Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC)

The Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC) is accountable for coordinating and overseeing the full collaborative, interdisciplinary assessment and care planning process in skilled nursing. This is a full time ONSITE position in Oxford, PA. Qualifications: Active Pennsylvania Registered Nurse licensure required RAC-CT certification preferred Gerontological Certification preferred Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred Active CPR required Two-years RNAC or related experience preferred Knowledge & Skills: Understanding of Medicare, Managed Care and Medicaid reimbursements Knowledge of federal and state regulations Excellent communication skills Computer skills Knowledge of MDS 3.0, CAAs, Care Area Triggers, Resource Utilization Groups (RUGs) and Case Mix Indices Understanding of the overall care planning process Responsibilities and Expectations: Oversee and coordinate the entire collaborative assessment and care planning process. Ensure appropriate services delivered and available to residents. Maintain organized reports and data using appropriate guidelines. Resolve insurance and /or managed care operational issues (authorization, payment level of services, billing/claims payment for referrals and admissions). Monitor rehabilitation therapy utilization for all residents to ensure reimbursement of those services are appropriate and accurate. Coordinate Resident Diagnosis Coding. Serve as educator and resource for team on the documentation of care and services provided. Assist with survey and audit duties; preparation of documents based on regulatory agency requests. Develop positive relationships and be accessible to all residents, families, visitors and team members. Promote and support culture of patient centered care and service. #J-18808-Ljbffr