RN or LPN MDS Coordinator Assistant

Job Title

Same day pay available

Position Purpose

Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of the MDS process from admission to discharge. May coordinate information systems operations and education for the clinical department.

Essential Functions Of Position:

Works in collaboration with facility team to assess the needs of the resident.

Assists with coordination and management of care management meetings, to include review of resident care and the setting of assessment reference dates

Complies with federal and state regulations regarding completion and coordination of the MDS process

Monitors MDS and care plan documentation for all residents.

Ensures documentation is present in the medical record to support MDS coding

Maintains current MDS status of assigned residents according to state and federal guidelines

Supports the tracking system of MDS schedules (timeframes and due dates)

Maintains the frequent and accurate data entry of resident information into appropriate computerized programs

Completes accurate coding of the MDS with information obtained via medical record review as well as observation and interview with facility staff, resident and family members

As required, attends team meetings and other meetings in order to gather information, communicate changes, and maintain and update records

Continually updating knowledge base related to data entry and computer technology

As required, may participate in quality assurance activities

May complete electronic submission of required documentation to required databases and other entities per company policy

Perform additional duties as assigned

Education Requirements:

LPN licensure within the State plus a minimum of two years MDS experience in long term care. Must have current AANAC (RAC-CT) certification or obtain it within 90 days of hire).