MDS Coordinator

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAdept Rehab & Nursing of Blue Hills is Now Hiring a MDS Coordinator!Join our team at Blue Hill, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility dedicated to providing excellent care to our residents. We are seeking a reliable, team-oriented MDS Coordinator Why Join Us?Supportive work environmentOpportunity to make a real impact on residents' livesHealth, dental, and vision benefits (for eligible positions)Career growth opportunitiesResponsibilities: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 placementDetermine potential Resource Utilization Groups (RUGs) and expenses associated with a potential admissionReview all applications for admission, followed by on-site or phone assessment, and communicate results of assessment to the Admissions CoordinatorComplete and assure the accuracy of the MDS process for all residentsMaintain current working knowledge of Medicare criteria, serving as a resource for nursing staff and communicating changes in regulationsMonitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores, looking for potential risks and/or changes that may affect Medicaid reimbursementFacilitate problem-solving for complicated admissionsMonitor Medicare assessment schedules and nursing documentation to ensure accuracy and timely submissionAssess charts and communicate with healthcare teams to create applicable health care plans for their current and incoming residents.Qualifications:Valid NY Registered Nurse (RN) licenseExperience in MDS coordinator role or related experienceExperience in a clinical and healthcare settingDeep medical terminology knowledgeBe part of a compassionate team that values quality and care. Apply today and bring your talent to our facility!