MDS Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)

$3,000 Sign On Bonus! Full time position with on call rotation once every 9 days

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Position Summary The RN MDS Coordinator coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate and timely interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CAAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university

Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.

Two (2) years’ nursing experience. Geriatric nursing experience preferred.

CRN C Certification (clinical compliance)

CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

Advanced knowledge in field of practice

Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility

Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department

Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation

Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.

Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures

Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s

Code of Conduct

and completes mandatory

Code of Conduct

and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary, accurate, and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations

Report any changes in a patient’s condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON

Provide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentation

Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan

Review Final Validation Reports and attest that all assessments have been completed and accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing and notify the Business Office when assessments are not ready to bill

Review CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrence

Attend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request

Perform functions of a staff nurse as required

Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients

Assist in the evacuation of patients

Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance

Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours

Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer