Regional Director of MDS

Job Description

Job Description

Candidate must be able to work from the Baton Rouge facility daily and travel to other facilities as needed.DEPARTMENT: AdministrationSUPERVISOR: VP of Operations and/or Corporate Designee POSITION SUMMARY:The Regional Director of MDS is responsible for the supervision of MDS Nurses and implementing measures to improve quality measures as well as maximize compensation. The Regional Director of MDS will monitor and audit MDS and Quality Measures. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The following represents the essential functions of the Regional Director of MDS role. This list is intended to be a general description of duties and responsibilities; however, it is subject to change according to the needs of the facility determined by the VP of Operations and/or Corporate Designee.The Regional Director of MDS is responsible for the supervision of MDS Nurses and implementing measures to improve quality measures as well as maximize compensation.The RegionalDirector of MDS will be familiar with the current payment structure (PDPM, CMI, etc.) as well as the most current RAI manual. The Regional Director of MDS ensures timely submission of assessments.The Regional Director of MDS will work with MDS Nurses to develop schedules and best practices for completing MDS assessments timely and accurately. The Regional Director of MDS may be involved in disciplinary actions of MDS staff. The Regional Director of MDS is familiar with federal and state agency regulations and requirements. The Regional Director of MDS assumes and puts measures in place to meet regulatory and legal requirements. The Regional Director of MDS participates in community events and marketing plans and programs as needed.Must act in ways that promote professional and positive representation of the facility to the community. Communicates in a professional and courteous manner using effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills with residents, their families, co-workers, and vendors. Maintains confidentiality of department, resident, employee information, communication, and documentation as well as compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations. Clocks in and out for all working/training hours or reports time as required by Legacy policy. Working off the clock will not be permitted at any time or for any reason.Maintain compliance with Legacy's Compliance program and plan. Adhere to Legacy's Code of Conduct and Dress Code. These duties are not all-inclusive but provide minimum performance expectations, which will be reviewed in the evaluation process. The supervisor may edit, alter, add to, or exclude duties and responsibilities based on the needs of the facility. QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE/ REQUIREMENTS:Minimum QualificationsFreedom from illegal use of drugs.Freedom from use and effects of drugs and alcohol in the workplace. Anyone found guilty by a court of law of abusing, neglecting, or mistreating individuals in a healthcare-related setting is ineligible for employment in the position. Education and/or ExperienceCompletion of an accredited nursing program5+ Years MDS experienceLeadership experience preferred Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: Current valid LPN/LVN or RN license