Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator - PRN

Summary of Duties Responsible for the development and the timely completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS), Care Area Assessments (CAA), and care plans. Ensure that the data is appropriate to the needs of the resident based upon the assessment and is in compliance with State and Federal regulations. Essential Job Functions Assist in developing, maintaining and updating policies and procedures related to the gathering of data for the completion of the MDS, CAA, and care plans. Develop a written plan of care for each resident that identifies the problems/needs of the resident, the care to be given, the goals to be accomplished, and the discipline required for each goal. Develop, coordinate, and maintain a tracking system of Quality Assurance in regard to the MDS, CAA, and care plans. Conduct and coordinate the revision of the MDS and CAA. Maintain an up-to-date and accurate MDS/assessment calendar. Ensure MDS compliance of timelines, accuracy and signature of the information of data. Provide orientation and in-service to staff, family and resident, and physicians, as necessary, to ensure understanding of the MDS/care planning process. Maintain and implement an organized, efficient system to ensure submission of all MDS/care plan information timely and accurately. Participate in care plan meetings and ensure notification of all team members, family, and resident. Perform other duties, and assume additional responsibilities as assigned. Code diagnoses using International Classification of Diseases 10 – Clinical Modification (ICD10 CM) or the then current version. Complete certifications and re-certifications accurately and timely. Education and Education Must possess an applicable clinical degree and licensure. Must have a minimum of one year clinical experience, preferably in a Long Term Care setting. Must have a working knowledge of the MDS process. Physical Requirements for Essential Job Functions Must be able to move about intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to reach, bend, and/or stoop intermittently throughout the work day. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must be able to push, pull, or move a minimum of 100 pounds using proper body mechanics and assistance. Must be able to walk/stand 75% of the day. #J-18808-Ljbffr Noland Health Services