MDS Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

**$10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS**

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for the accurate and timely completion of all Medicare/Medicaid case-mix documents in order to assure appropriate reimbursement for care and services provided within the Facility. Conducts continual Minimum Data Set (MDS) reviews to assure achievement of optimal allowable Resource Utilization Group (RUG) category. This position requires a current Illinois RN or LPN license. 

Benefits Offered:

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Same Day Pay

401k following 6 months of service

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability Insurance

EAP 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Assesses and determines the health status and level of care of all new admissions.

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

• Communicates level of care for new resident to all disciplines.

• Coordinates interdisciplinary participation in completing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for each new admission to facility according to regulatory time frames. Ensures completeness and thoroughness of documentation as mandated by federal, state and medical standards.

• Maintains an accurate schedule of all MDS assessments to include the proper reference dates throughout the resident’s stay.

• Responsible for the data entry function to assure accurate data entry and electronic submission of MDS assessments.

• Verifies electronic submissions of MDS, performs corrections when necessary and maintains appropriate records.

• Coordinates interdisciplinary participation in completing the MDS for each resident according to regulatory time frames. Ensures completeness and        thoroughness of documentation as mandated by federal and state standards.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with current unencumbered Illinois State licensure.

• Long Term Care Experience preferred.

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