MDS Nurse - RN

Elderwood Administrative Services; Scranton (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Elderwood at Hamburg as a Registered Nurse (RN) specializing as an MDS Nurse. This crucial role involves collecting and assessing health data for residents, ensuring compliance with mandated procedures, and collaborating with the clinical team. Enjoy competitive pay, excellent employee perks, and a supportive work environment committed to quality care and professional development.

Benefits

401K Retirement Plan with Company Match

Free On-Site Parking

Free Uniforms

Generous PTO & Holiday Package

Increased Wages

Life Insurance

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

• RN licensure preferred, with current state license.
• Prior experience with MDS 3.0 preferred.
• Long term care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurate completion and submission of Minimum Data Set (MDS).
• Conduct resident interviews and compile clinical documentation.
• Communicate clinical issues to appropriate clinicians.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Self-Motivated

Organizational Skills

Education

RN Licensure

Experience with MDS 3.0

Long Term Care Experience

Job description

Salary

Up to $49.50 / Hour

Overview

Elderwood at Hamburg is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our clinical team as a MDS Nurse.

Position Overview:

• An MDS (Minimum Data Set) nurse, or nurse assessment coordinator, collects and assesses information for the health and well-being of residents in Medicare- or Medicaid-certified nursing homes. Following federally-mandated procedures and using the MDS process, the nurse monitors residents' health and well-being from the time of admission through the end of their stay.
• This work also requires the planning, documentation and submission of the compiled information. It calls for creative problem solving and attentive communication with staff, residents and their families, to ensure that personal, health and administrative concerns are being addressed. Most MDS nurses work in nursing homes, but some are employed in other Medicare- or Medicaid-certified facilities.
• The MDS Nurse supports the MDS/PPS Coordinator in completion of PPS and/or OBRA assessments for both subacute and long-term care as required as well as any additional departmental tasks designated by MDS/PPS Coordinator as needed.
• This is a days position.

LPNs with the right experience will be considered.

Join Our Team

Are you looking for a new start? A great opportunity awaits with Elderwood!

Employee Perks!

401K Retirement Plan with Company Match, Free On-Site Parking, Free Uniforms, Generous PTO & holiday package, Increased Wages, Life Insurance, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Point-earning employee reward program: redeem for prizes!, Substantial employee referral program, Tuition reimbursement program

Responsibilities

MDS RN - Essential Job Functions:

• Accurate and timely completion and submission of Minimum Data Set (MDS).
• Compliance with Federal and State requirements, and facility policies.
• Actively participate in utilization management processes, including PDPM and state case mix process.
• Conducts resident interviews.
• Compile, monitor and audit clinical documentation.
• Communicate clinical issues to appropriate clinicians .
• Supports and assists MDS/PPS Coordinator as directed.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of all policies and procedures and ability to reference them.
• Utilizes electronic timekeeping system as directed.
• Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.
• Follows policy and procedure regarding all electronic devices, computers, tablets, etc.
• Supports and abides by Elderwood’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Abides by Elderwood’s businesses code of conduct, compliance, and HIPAA policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or Elderwood Administrative Services Clinical Reimbursement Department

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Up to

Qualifications

MDS RN - Qualifications:

• RN licensure preferred, with current license in state employee
• Prior experience with MDS 3.0 preferred
• Long Term Care experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and dedicated
• Willing to train the right candidate
• Elderwood expects all current and new employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination. Employees may request a medical exemption from vaccination.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.