MDS Coordinator

MDS Care Plan Coordinator (RN)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 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 opportunitiesGenerous 4 weeks of paid time off7 paid holidaysHealth insurance benefitsShort & long-term disability coverageAccess to Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD telephone serviceEmployee Assistance ProgramLife insurance coverage401K retirement programLongevity credit for dedicated serviceJoin Our Compassionate Team! Embark on a fulfilling career where compassionate care meets professional growth. Apply now to become a valued member of Apple Rehab Rocky Hill!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.)