MDS Coordinator RN or LPN

Job Description

Job Description

MDS Coordinator

32 hours/week

• Sign on Bonus

• Competitive pay

• Paid holidays

• Flexible scheduling for a work-life balance

• Monthly employee appreciation events; we love to celebrate our team!

• FUN and friendly work atmosphere - GREAT leadership team!

Responsibilities of MDS Coordinator:

• Gather information on our skilled nursing facility's current and future patients for future assessment, including physical and mental states.

• Participate in the admission process of prospective residents in terms of their nursing needs and appropriate placement

• Determine potential Resource Utilization Groups (RUGs) and expenses associated with a potential admission

• Review all applications for admission, followed by on-site or phone assessment, and communicate results of assessment to the Admissions Coordinator

• Complete and assure the accuracy of the MDS process for all residents

• Maintain current working knowledge of Medicare criteria, serving as a resource for nursing staff and communicating changes in regulations

• Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores, looking for potential risks and/or changes that may affect Medicaid reimbursement

• Facilitate problem-solving for complicated admissions

• Monitor Medicare assessment schedules and nursing documentation to ensure accuracy and timely submission

• Assess charts and communicate with healthcare teams to create applicable health care plans for their current and incoming residents.

Qualifications for MDS Coordinator:

• Valid CT Registered Nurse (RN) license

• 2-years experience in MDS coordinator role or related experience

• Experience in a clinical and healthcare setting

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