RNAC - MDS Coordinator

Keswick; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and prescription coverage

Dental and vision benefits

Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) with employer matching up to 6%

Generous vacation and sick leave

Free Teladoc 24/7 access

Employee Wellness Program (Zumba, Pila

Job summary

Keswick, located in Baltimore, MD, seeks an RNAC/MDS Coordinator to implement and evaluate the MDS program and support care planning in alignment with Keswick’s philosophy.

The role ensures documentation supports reimbursement and regulatory compliance while collaborating with a compassionate, award-winning team dedicated to improving aging experiences.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensed and in good standing with MBON.
• Current AHA HCP BLS certification.
• Three years of experience as an MDS Coordinator/RNAC.
• Resident Assessment Coordinator Certified (RAC-CT) must obtain within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Meets with residents in-person to collect information for the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) and assess health status.
• Analyzes data to inform nursing diagnoses, plan interventions, and evaluate care needs.
• Communicates and consults with other health team members.
• Completes comprehensive resident assessment (initial, quarterly, annual) and ensures documentation supports reimbursement.
• Completes MDS and MMDS per policy and transmits to the State.
• Contributes to the development of an updated plan of care based on identified problems.
• Reviews documentation of direct care staff and provides education on MDS requirements.
• Keeps the Director of Clinical Reimbursement informed of major issues and reports concerns as appropriate.
• Educates care-delivery team on MDS information and procedures.
• Complies with regulatory requirements and participates in surveys and inspections.
• Prepares data and attends triple-check meetings as needed.

Job description

Keswickislocated in Baltimore, MD. We are seekingdedicated, caring team memberswilling and able to commit toour workplace values: Connection, Empathy, Inclusion, and Advocacy!

TheRNAC/MDS Coordinatorin this role implementsand evaluates the Minimum Data Set (MDS) program and provides assistance in care planning, following Keswick’s philosophy of nursing care and ensuring that documentation complies with requirements for reimbursement.

Why Choose Keswick?

Keswick is a not-for-profit aging services organization dedicated toimproving the experience of aging, together.With over 140 years of expertise, we have become a trusted leader in providing compassionate services for older adults in our community.

Keswick employees are part of a compassionate and award-winning team, working together to deliver top care to the people of Baltimore. When you join our team, you can expect:

• Health and prescription coverage with lower-than-average deductibles and copays
• Dental and vision benefits
• Free short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employer-paid Life and AD&D Insurance for full-time employees (optional supplemental life insurance)
• 401(k) program with employer matching up to 6%
• Generous vacation, sick, and holiday pay with an option to "cash out" unused vacation hours
• MTA discounted bus passes
• Teladoc - Free 24-hour access to a physician
• Employee Assistance Program with a variety of free services
• Employee Recognition Program
• Free access to our Employee Wellness Program, such as Zumba and Pilates

What is required for the RNAC/MDS Coordinator position?

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensed and in good standing with the MBON
• Current AHA HCP BLS certification
• Three years of experience as an MDS Coordinator/RNAC
• Resident Assessment Coordinator Certified (RAC-CT) must obtain within 6 months of hire

What will I do as an RNAC/RN MDS Coordinator with Keswick?

• Meets with resident/patient in-person to collect information (initial and ongoing) for the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) and provides a focused assessment of the resident/patient health status that will be used in addressing anticipated changes in resident/patient condition as well as emergent changes in health status; recognizes alterations to previous conditions; synthesizes the biological, psychological, spiritual, and social aspects of the resident/patient condition; evaluates the impact of nursing care. Attends clinical meetings.
• Uses this analysis to make decisions and nursing diagnoses, plan nursing interventions, and evaluate the need for different interventions. Recommendations are shared with the Unit Manager and/or DON as appropriate.
• Communicates and consults with other health team members
• Completes comprehensive resident assessment (initial, quarterly, annual); ensures that documentation meets requirements of Keswick and regulatory agencies and is sufficient to substantiate reimbursement for Keswick services
• Completes MDS and MMDS according to established policies and procedures; locks and transmits to the State
• Contributes to the development of a plan of care based on identified resident/patient problems and needs; evaluates resident/patient response to the plan of care and recommends appropriate changes
• Reviews documentation of direct care staff and provides education to ensure documentation meets requirements of Keswick and regulatory agencies.
• Keeps the Director of Clinical Reimbursement (DCR) informed of major or recurring problems; communicates any operational or patient care issues to the Unit Manager and/or DON as appropriate.
• Educates other members of the care-delivery team on MDS information and procedures.
• Complies with regulatory and legislative requirements; participates as needed in federal, state and local surveys and inspections; follows any plans of correction; reports abuse, neglect or violence according to established procedures; addresses complaints from patients, families, or physicians or refers complaints to the Unit Manager.
• Prepares data and/or attends triple-check meetings as needed.

What makes Keswick unique?

Our vision is for greater fulfillment and freedom of choice in aging, for all. Committed to enhancing the quality of life for the guests and residents it serves, Keswick provides various award-winning services that enhance their lives and get them back to doing what they love.