MDS Nurse Assessment Coordinator | Reimbursement

National Health Care Associates, Inc.; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 99,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Training & mentorship

Professional growth

Collaborative environment

Meaningful resident care

Job summary

National Health Care Associates, Inc. seeks an MDS Coordinator / Nurse Assessment Coordinator to ensure accurate MDS assessments and care plans for residents. You will drive clinical reimbursement by precise data capture and coding, working with cross-functional teams to maintain compliance.

The role requires an RN license with LTC experience and a detail-oriented, analytical, and communicative approach. Competitive pay and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Valid state RN nursing license.
• Advanced degree or certification preferred.
• Direct care in a long-term care setting, MDS Coordinator, Clinical Reimbursement Specialist or Nurse Assessment Coordinator experience preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing the MDS, EMR, PDP, MDS 3.0, Medicaid and Medicare requirements helpful.
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged with ability to work with both.
• Deadline driven, detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, analytical capabilities and ability to make decisions independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively and influence others in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Determine PDPM and related expenses for potential admissions.
• Assess nursing needs to admit residents and determine clinical reimbursement levels.
• Complete and assure accuracy of the MDS process for all residents.
• Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores for potential risks to reimbursement.
• Ensure revenue integrity and compliance with state/federal MDS coding conventions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for accurate assessment data collection.
• Provide insights and ongoing education to staff and leaders.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical capabilities

Organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Interpersonal abilities

Education

Advanced degree or certification preferred

Job description

National Health Care Associates, Inc. seeks an MDS Coordinator / Nurse Assessment Coordinator to ensure accurate MDS assessments and care plans for residents. You will drive clinical reimbursement by precise data capture and coding, working with cross-functional teams to maintain compliance.

The role requires an RN license with LTC experience and a detail-oriented, analytical, and communicative approach. Competitive pay and growth opportunities are offered.