MDS - Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RN)

Riverside Rehab Center 2; Canton (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated MDS Nurse Assessment Coordinator. This full-time position offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of aging residents through accurate assessments and personalized care plans. With a focus on compliance and revenue integrity, you'll collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and provide education to staff. Join a supportive work environment that values your expertise and offers opportunities for career growth and development. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this role is for you.

Benefits

10% retirement plan

Training and mentorship opportunities

Career growth and development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Valid RN license required for the role.
• Experience in long-term care or MDS coordination preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete and verify MDS assessments for residents.
• Collaborate with teams for accurate assessment data.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Valid state RN license

Advanced degree or certification

Tools

EMR Systems

Medicaid Regulations

Medicare Regulations

Job description

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About Riverside Rehab Center 2

A Great Place to Work

Riverside is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Position: MDS Coordinator, RN (Full Time)

What You'll Do

As an MDS Coordinator / Nurse Assessment Coordinator, you will complete and ensure the accuracy of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for all residents. The role involves contributing to personalized resident care plans and ensuring proper clinical reimbursement for services provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine Patient Driven Payment Method (PDPM) and related expenses for potential admissions
• Assist in admitting prospective residents by assessing nursing needs and reimbursement levels
• Complete and verify the accuracy of MDS assessments for all residents
• Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores for potential risks or changes affecting reimbursement
• Ensure revenue integrity and compliance with all regulations regarding MDS completion and coding
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for accurate assessment data collection
• Provide ongoing education to staff and leadership

Qualifications

• Valid state RN license
• Preferred: Advanced degree or certification
• Experience in long-term care, MDS coordination, or clinical reimbursement preferred
• Knowledge of regulations governing MDS, EMR, PDP, Medicaid, Medicare
• Strong organizational, analytical, decision-making, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits, including a 10% retirement plan
• Training and mentorship opportunities
• Career growth and development
• Supportive work environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference

Our Values

National Health Care Associates has been family-run since 1984, emphasizing kindness, service, compassion, and excellence. Join us to be part of a team that provides life-changing care in a certified Great Place to Work environment.

Additional Details

• Industry: Healthcare
• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Education and Training