RN MDS Coordinator

Apple Rehab Inc; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships and career development

4 weeks paid time off

7 paid holidays

Health insurance benefits

Disability coverage

Life insurance

401K retirement program

Longevity credit

Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Apple Rehab Rocky Hill is seeking a dedicated MDS Care Plan Coordinator (RN) to lead the MDS department and coordinate discharge planning for short-term residents. You will gather data, assess needs, establish goals, and integrate actions into organized care plans with input from an interdisciplinary team.

This role emphasizes maximizing reimbursement while ensuring CMS/Medicare compliance. The successful candidate will conduct weekly care plan meetings and oversee plan updates in accordance

Qualifications

• Must hold a current state RN license and be a nurse in good standing.
• Knowledge of OBRA and Medicare regulations.
• Experience coordinating MDS, discharge planning, and care plans.

Responsibilities

• Leads the MDS department and coordinates short-term resident care planning.
• Gathers information, assesses needs, sets goals, and writes concise care plans.
• Schedules weekly care plan meetings and ensures plans are followed by nursing staff.

Skills

RN license

Attention to detail

Discharge planning

Instruct others

Education

RN licensure in state

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Join Our Caring Team at Apple Rehab Rocky Hill!

Are you passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, family-oriented environment? Look no further! Apple Rehab Rocky Hill, a 100-bed skilled nursing center nestled near the Silas Deane Highway in Rocky Hill, CT, invites you to join our close-knit team.

Why Choose Apple Rehab Rocky Hill? Our facility boasts spacious private and semi-private rooms designed to create a comfortable and homely atmosphere for our residents. With a team known for its longevity and commitment, we foster a family-like environment, organizing picnics and various engaging activities both indoors and in our scenic courtyard.

About Us: As a family-owned and operated company, Apple Rehab prioritizes treating residents and staff like family. With our senior management based in our local Avon, CT office, we ensure superior care from a company deeply rooted in your community. Our leadership is not distant but right in your backyard, offering a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Opportunity: MDS Care Plan Coordinator (RN)

Schedule: Part-time

Please note: Candidates without prior experience in MDS (minimum data set) will not be considered for this position.

Job Description:

MDS Care Plan Coordinator leads the MDS department, assists in coordinating discharge planning as well as assessing short term residents. The ideal candidate will possess skills to maximize reimbursement as well as ensure Medicare compliance. The MDS Care Plan Coordinator may be responsible for managing short term managed care cases.

The MDS Care Plan Coordinator gathers information, assesses needs, establishes reasonable goals, provides interventions and incorporates within an organized, concise, functional care plan. Coordinates completion of comprehensive assessment by interdisciplinary team and includes recommendations in the written care plan for each resident. Each plan must identify all relevant issues for the care of the resident as well as the goals to be accomplished for each problem or need identified. Works together with care planning team to implement final plans. Encourages the resident and his/her "responsible parties" to participate in the development and review of care plans. Care plans must focus on assisting residents to reach their highest practicable level of well being.

The MDS Care Plan Coordinator ensures that all nursing personnel are aware of the care plan for each resident and that care plans are used in providing daily nursing services. Reviews nurses' notes and monitors the resident to ensure the care plans are being followed and if each residents' needs are being met. Assesses, reviews and revises care plans as required. Plans, schedules and conducts weekly care plan meetings for all residents according to OBRA and state requirements.

Completes the MDS with utmost accuracy and insures highest level of reimbursement for facility. Complies with current CMS Mega Rule guidelines. Point Click Care experience a plus.

Qualifications:

• Must hold a current state RN license and be a nurse in good standing.
• Must meet all applicable federal and state licensure requirements.
• Attention to detail, good follow through skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to instruct others.
• Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and medical practices, procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines governing long term care.

Employee Benefits for 30+ Hours:

• Scholarships and career development opportunities
• Generous 4 weeks of paid time off
• 7 paid holidays
• Health insurance benefits
• Short & long-term disability coverage
• Access to Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD telephone service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance coverage
• 401K retirement program
• Longevity credit for dedicated service

Join Our Compassionate Team! Embark on a fulfilling career where compassionate care meets professional growth.

Note: Benefits and requirements may vary based on employment status and hours worked. Inquire within for specific details.

(Apple Rehab is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.)