MDS - Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RN)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated MDS Coordinator to ensure accurate assessments and enhance resident care. In this full-time role, you will play a pivotal part in developing personalized care plans and ensuring compliance with regulations. You will work in a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of aging residents, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join a team that prioritizes kindness, service, and excellence in a certified great workplace.

Benefits

10% defined contribution retirement plan

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in long-term care or MDS coordination preferred.
• Knowledge of regulations governing MDS and clinical reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Complete and assure the accuracy of MDS assessments for residents.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for accurate data collection.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Valid state RN nursing license

Advanced degree or certification

Tools

EMR

MDS 3.0

Medicaid

Medicare

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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 assure the accuracy of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for all residents. The MDS Coordinator / Nurse Assessment Coordinator contributes to personalized resident care plans and ensures the capture of clinical reimbursement for services provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine Patient Driven Payment Method (PDPM) and expense associated with a potential admission
• Participate in admitting prospective residents by assessing their nursing needs and determining appropriate clinical reimbursement levels
• Complete and assure the accuracy of the MDS process for all residents
• Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores, looking for potential risks and/or changes that may affect reimbursement
• Ensure the highest level of revenue integrity and compliance to all state and federal regulations for MDS completion and coding conventions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate data collection for assessments
• Provide insights and ongoing education to facility staff and leaders

If you are passionate about ensuring exceptional resident care through accurate, detailed assessments and documentation, consider this opportunity. Join our team as an MDS Coordinator / Nurse Assessment Coordinator where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated.

What We Offer

Our Riverside team enjoys:

• Competitive compensation and benefits including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

What You'll Bring

Qualifications include:

• Valid state RN nursing license
• Advanced degree or certification preferred
• Experience in long-term care, MDS coordination, or clinical reimbursement preferred
• Knowledge of regulations governing MDS, EMR, PDP, MDS 3.0, Medicaid, and Medicare helpful
• Interest in aged and chronically ill nursing needs
• Detail-oriented, organized, analytical, and able to work independently
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates has been family-run since 1984. We value kindness, service, compassion, and excellence. Our centers are recognized as top providers of rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care, including US News & World Report's Best Of. Join us to provide life-changing care in a Great Place to Work environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.