RN MDS Coordinator

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc. in Raleigh, NC seeks an experienced RN MDS Coordinator to ensure accurate MDS assessments and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive care plans after reviewing patient records and coordinating with staff, physicians, and families.

You will submit MDS assessments, oversee the care plan process, ensure ARD stays within Medicare/Medicaid guidelines, and participate in Quality Measure meetings while supporting documentation

Qualifications

• LPN licensure is acceptable with relevant MDS experience.
• Experience with MDS assessments in skilled nursing or LTC.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong communication and organization.

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit accurate MDS assessments.
• Oversee care plan process and conferences.
• Ensure ARD compliance with Medicare/Medicaid.
• Participate in monthly Quality Measure meetings.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to improve documentation.
• Assist with Medicare coverage decisions.

Skills

LPN eligible

MDS experience

MS Office

Communication skills

Organization

Independent worker

Team player

Education

LPN licensure or equivalent experience

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

DESCRIPTION

As a RN MDS Coordinator your primary responsibility will be to ensure that every patient has an accurate minimum data set (MDS) assessment and work closely with the interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive plans of care after reviewing the patient’s medical record and communicating with direct care staff, the patient’s physician, and family. You will play a pivotal role in helping us meet our commitment to providing Care Beyond Compare.

What You’ll Do

• Complete and submit accurate minimum data set (MDS) assessments on patients.
• Oversee care plan process including coordination of patient care plan conferences.
• Ensure Assessment Reference Date (ARD) stays within Medicare & Medicaid guidelines.
• Participate in monthly Quality Measure meetings.
• Work with nursing leadership team to identify and resolve opportunities in documentation.
• Assist interdisciplinary team in making appropriate Medicare coverage decisions.

What You Need

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will be considered with relevant experience.
• Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care MDS experience preferred.
• Proficient with computer programs including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• This is a salaried/exempt position.