MDS Coordinator (LPN/RN)

Job Description

Job Description

Applingwood Post Acute is a senior care facility located in Cordova, Tennessee, that specializes in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services. It has 78 beds that offers both private and semi-private rooms and provides a range of amenities designed to ensure comfort and community for residents.

Why Join us?

At Applingwood Post Acute, we are more than a healthcare facility – we are a family committed to delivering compassionate care and fostering a supportive environment for both our residents and team members. Our team takes pride in providing exceptional services and building meaningful relationships.

Whether you are a seasoned professional or looking to grow your career in healthcare, Applingwood offers the opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic and welcoming workplace. Join us in shaping the future of care – one resident, one family, one community at a time

Position Overview:

The MDS Coordinator assumes full time administrative authority, responsibility and accountability to coordinate the completion of the required minimum data set and with other members of the inter-disciplinary team, develops and implements a plan of care that meets the individual needs of each resident.

• Oversee the completion of MDS assessments across multiple facilities

• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations regarding MDS documentation

• Provide training and support to facility staff on MDS processes

• Monitor and analyze MDS data for quality assurance

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans

• Facilitate regular meetings to discuss MDS updates and best practices

• Respond to inquiries and resolve issues related to MDS documentation

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Nursing

• RN/LPN license in the state of Tennessee

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in skilled nursing facility or healthcare coordination

• Strong knowledge of the MDS process and related regulations

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Certification in MDS (such as MDS Coordinator) is preferred

• CMI (Case Mix Index) experience is a Must!

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.