RN or LPN Assessment Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

MDS Coordinator/RNAC/LNAC

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced MDS Coordinator/RNAC/LNAC to join our team at Stroudsburg Post Acute Nursing and Rehabilitation in Stroudsburg, PA. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely completion of all Medicare/Medicaid case-mix documents to ensure appropriate reimbursement for care and services provided within the Facility. Your expertise will also be utilized to continually review Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments to achieve optimal Resource Utilization Group (RUG) categories.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess and determine the health status and level of care of all new admissions

• Ensure the accurate and timely completion of all MDS Assessments, including PPS Medicare, quarterly, annual, and significant change assessments

• Communicate level of care for new residents to all disciplines

• Coordinate interdisciplinary participation in completing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for each new admission to the facility

• Maintain an accurate schedule of all MDS assessments and ensure completeness and thoroughness of documentation as mandated by federal, state, and medical standards

• Responsible for data entry and electronic submission of MDS assessments, verifying electronic submissions and performing corrections when necessary

• Coordinate interdisciplinary participation in completing the MDS for each resident according to regulatory time frames

• Schedule and conduct resident care conferences in compliance with state and federal regulations

• Assist disciplines in formulating and revising care plans, ensuring that resident's present/potential problems are identified and prioritized

• Evaluate resident care plans for comprehensiveness and individuality, assessing the achievement or lack of achievement of desired outcomes

• Responsible for all level of care changes within the facility, notifying all departments of level of care changes

• Generate appropriate forms to complete level of acuity and changes, transmitting forms to the appropriate agency for processing as required by state law

Qualifications

RN or LPN with an unencumbered PA state licensure

• Long Term Care Experience preferred

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Physical Demands

• Required to sit, stand, bend, and walk regularly

• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

• Visual and auditory ability sufficient for written and verbal communication

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced MDS Coordinator/RNAC/LNAC looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, please apply to this role today. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as a supportive and collaborative work environment.

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