MDS Coordinator

Job Description

Adept Rehab & Nursing of Blue Hills is Now Hiring a MDS Coordinator!

Join our team at Blue Hill, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility dedicated to providing excellent care to our residents. We are seeking a reliable, team-oriented MDS Coordinator

Why Join Us?

• Supportive work environment

• Opportunity to make a real impact on residents' lives

• Health, dental, and vision benefits (for eligible positions)

• Career growth opportunities

Responsibilities:

• Gather information on our skilled nursing facility's current and future patients for future assessment, including physical and mental states.

• Participate in the admission process of prospective residents in terms of their nursing needs and appropriate placement

• Determine potential Resource Utilization Groups (RUGs) and expenses associated with a potential admission

• Review all applications for admission, followed by on-site or phone assessment, and communicate results of assessment to the Admissions Coordinator

• Complete and assure the accuracy of the MDS process for all residents

• Maintain current working knowledge of Medicare criteria, serving as a resource for nursing staff and communicating changes in regulations

• Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores, looking for potential risks and/or changes that may affect Medicaid reimbursement

• Facilitate problem-solving for complicated admissions

• Monitor Medicare assessment schedules and nursing documentation to ensure accuracy and timely submission

• Assess charts and communicate with healthcare teams to create applicable health care plans for their current and incoming residents.

Qualifications:

• Valid NY Registered Nurse (RN) license

• Experience in MDS coordinator role or related experience

• Experience in a clinical and healthcare setting

• Deep medical terminology knowledge

Be part of a compassionate team that values quality and care. Apply today and bring your talent to our facility!