MDS RN Consultant

Pathway Health; Lake Elmo (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Medical Premium Reimbursement

Dental Coverage

Ancillary Benefits

Job summary

Pathway Health Services is seeking an experienced MDS Nurse Consultant to provide on-site professional consulting services to post-acute and aging services clients. This interim leadership role involves assessing, planning, developing, and implementing systems and processes to improve care and compliance.

As a licensed RN with RAC-CT certification and 3+ years of MDS experience, you will guide multi-disciplinary teams, deliver training, and support client organizations while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have an active registered nurse license.
• RAC-CT certification through AAPACN required.
• Minimum three years of MDS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, develop and implement systems, processes and other needs as requested.
• Maintain knowledge of state and federal standards and industry practice.
• Consults and provides interim management assistance to nursing and health care providers as requested.
• Identify training needs; plan and conduct training/in-services as requested.
• Attend applicable meetings in facility as requested.
• Participate in marketing Pathway Health services in long-term care communities.
• Provide timely written reports.
• Maintain licensure and HIPAA compliance.
• Travel will be required.

Skills

RN licensure

RAC-CT certification

MDS experience

Customer service

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Job description

Experience the Positive, Innovative, and Flexible Culture at Pathway Health Services!

At Pathway Health Services, we believe in working hard and having fun. Our positive culture fosters an environment where innovation thrives, and we empower our team to think outside the box and develop creative solutions to challenges. With flexibility at the core of what we do, we adapt to change seamlessly by delivering the best possible service to our clients.

We're looking for experienced MDS RN's interested in exciting interim leadership opportunities! As an MDS RN Consultant, you'll provide on-site professional consulting services to post-acute and aging services clients, making a real impact in organizations that need your expertise.

What We Offer:

Our benefits are designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance while providing a fun and continuous learning environment!

Eligible employees may enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that can include:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan- Plan for your future with company-supported contributions.
• Paid Time Off- Vacation and sick leave to recharge and handle personal matters.
• Medical Premium Reimbursement- Support for health insurance costs.
• Dental Coverage - Optional dental plans to keep your smile healthy.
• Ancillary Benefits - Additional products and perks, such as vision coverage, life insurance, and wellness programs.

Your impact as an MDS Nurse - Registered Nurse:

• Assist the client with assessing, planning, developing and implementing systems, processes and other needs as requested.
• Maintain current working knowledge of applicable state and federal standards, regulations and industry standards of practice.
• Consults and provides technical or interim management assistance to nursing and health care providers as requested by the client.
• Identify training needs; plan and conduct training/in-services as requested.
• Attend applicable meetings in facility as requested.
• Participate in the marketing of Pathway services in long-term care and senior housing communities.
• Provide written reports as requested in a timely manner.
• Function within scope of professional practice guidelines and all other disciplinary standards of practice.
• Maintain current licensure.
• Report to Director any potential areas of client vulnerability.
• Maintain client confidentiality and function within HIPAA regulations.
• Function within scope of work as defined on client specific project sheets.
• Provide weekly time sheets and expense reports individualized by client.
• Keep current on voice and email messages and respond in a timely manner (within 24 hours).
• No Direct Patient Care.
• Travel will be required.

Qualifications:

• Licensed registered nurse.
• RAC-CT certification through AAPACN (American Association of Post Acute Care Nursing) required.
• Must have three (3) years of MDS experience preferred.
• Strong customer service skills to coordinate service delivery including attention to clients, sensitivity to issues, identification and resolution of issues to promote positive outcomes for clients; requires initiative, innovation and creativity.
• Critical thinking skills with the ability to make good decisions and exercise sound clinical professional judgment.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary team including internal and external participants.
• Computer literacy in order to navigate through internal/external computer systems. Access to electronic communications.

Pathway Health is an independently owned, nationally recognized consulting company that provides expert services to long-term healthcare, senior housing, assisted living, home care, and hospice organizations.

Join us at Pathway Health and experience a workplace that values your unique contributions and supports your growth.

Pathway Health is an EEO/AAP Employer.