MDS Coordinator - Ponderosa Villa

Job Description

Job Description

Ponderosa Villa | Crawford, NebraskaFull-time | Monday - FridayPonderosa Villa is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community where compassionate care and professional growth go hand in hand. We proudly serve residents who depend on us for both long-term and short-term care, and we're always interested in connecting with dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence. If you're looking for a workplace with a supportive team, appreciative residents, and opportunities to grow your career, Ponderosa Villa may be the right fit for you. What you'll do:Responsible to assign ICD-10 CM diagnosis codes to the residents' medical conditionsAccountable for case management of Medicare Part A and insurance case managementExpertly assess nursing home residents' needs, and coordinating personalized, resident-driven care based on those assessmentsOversee the patient assessment process, setting assessment schedules and assuring that assessments are done in an accurate and timely mannerMake Recommendations and transmit assessments to the Dept. of Health. Review the results to make policy and procedural recommendations to the management staffCoordinate patient care plan in accordance with regulatory requirements. Ensure that appropriate facility resources are made available to patients and that patient care is delivered effectivelyCreate the schedule for all Medicare and Medicaid including:Start Medicare coverage for newly qualified patients and/or send out denial lettersKeep updated on regulatory changes in Medicare coverage and help determine documents needed for Medicaid reimbursement.What we offer:Competitive hourly pay based on experience 401(k) with company match Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options Generous paid time off (PTO) What we're looking for:Registered Nurse with a current Nebraska RN licenseExtensive knowledge in MDSOne year of MDS experience in a skilled nursing/long-term care facilityPrior clinical experience in a long-term care settingExtraordinary attention-to-detail, capable of directing other people and managing schedulesExcellent communication skills, expert at working cooperatively as a member of teamFlexible and decisive, responding quickly in high-pressure situations and completing work in a timely, accurate mannerSolid basic computer skillsProficiency in MDS 3.0Why us:Our professionals care for a geriatric population that depends on consistent, knowledgeable, and compassionate care. We value teamwork, respect, and professional development-and we're proud of the supportive environment we've built. If you're an experienced MDS Coordinator who takes pride in providing quality care and wants to be part of a supportive, people-first team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today - we're actively interviewing.