Nurse MDS Coordinator - Long-Term Care Compliance

Greenwich Woods Rehab; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Greenwich Woods Rehabilitation seeks a full-time MDS Coordinator who is a licensed Registered Nurse in Connecticut with experience completing resident assessments in a long-term skilled nursing setting. The role requires overseeing assessments, scheduling, and transmitting to the State DOH to ensure regulatory compliance.

The position involves coordinating care plans, initiating Medicare coverage for new residents, and staying current with coverage requirements.

Qualifications

• Licensed CT RN with MDS experience in long-term care.
• Detail oriented with excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with our facility interdisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to long term care nursing reimbursement.
• Ability to work flexible hours when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and facilitate the completion of resident assessments in accordance with Federal and State regulations
• Establish assessment schedules and ensure assessments are done accurately and timely
• Transmit assessments to the State of Connecticut, Department of Health
• Coordinate resident care plans in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Initiate Medicare coverage for newly qualified residents and send denial letters when necessary
• Remain updated on changes in Medicare coverage and help determine documents necessary for reimbursement.

Skills

MDS process

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

CT RN license

Job description

Greenwich Woods Rehabilitation seeks a full-time MDS Coordinator who is a licensed Registered Nurse in Connecticut with experience completing resident assessments in a long-term skilled nursing setting. The role requires overseeing assessments, scheduling, and transmitting to the State DOH to ensure regulatory compliance.

The position involves coordinating care plans, initiating Medicare coverage for new residents, and staying current with coverage requirements.