MDS Consultant

MDS Consultant, N CA (11 facilities)

$140,000 $170,000 DOE

Road Warrier Position Job Summary Under minimal supervision and with a high degree of independence and critical thinking while being hands‑on in the RAI process, the MDS Consultant oversees and directs the Minimum Data Set (MDS), Care Area Assessment (CAA) process and the RAI Utilization Guidelines - Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) processes within specifically‑assigned Generations Healthcare facilities. In close collaboration with facility and clinical leadership partners, relentlessly drives timely and accurate resident assessment through working side by side with facility MDS Coordinators and the Inter‑Disciplinary Team (IDT) to ensure full compliance with governing industry, federal and state regulations and integration of/alignment with Generations Healthcare standards, policies, and processes. Essential Functions Leads, directs, completes, improves, standardizes, trains, and conducts audits to ensure consistency in delivery and application of standards in resident assessment across facility regions and areas. Acts as tireless clinical partner assisting in completion of the RAI process, including conducting resident assessment, observation and interview; Care Area Assessment (CAA) decision making; Care plan development, implementation, and evaluation. Ensures strict consistency and compliance with CMS regulations and alignment with the organization’s overall objectives and needs, clarifying any deviation from regulations and driving corrective action as needed. Regularly and systematically visits assigned facilities, ensures organization and reporting of results of facility visits, follows up with written reports and ensures facility adherence and prompt follow up to any corrective action. Regularly establishes and supports development of partnership with facility DONs and Nurse Consultants to create a more effective and efficient clinical resource; works to understand and actively create systems for skill‑sharing, cross‑training and other efficiencies that build a robustly competent clinical presence. Working with individual needs and in collaboration with Clinical Services, local DON, and facility leadership, assesses MDS Consultants to ensure development of skill set, improve quality of work, and support employee productivity and retention; works with Director of MDS Training and Advancement and local Staff Developer to facilitate training to enhance MDS Coordinators’ skill set and knowledge base. Ensures local and regional maintenance of appropriate privacy and confidentiality protocols that pertain to resident assessment, collaborating on any real or potential breaches as appropriate. Acts as subject matter expert and partner to assist facilities with preparation for facility surveys through ongoing audits and implementation of recommendations derived from such audits, compliance assessments, mock surveys, and follow‑up. Works in close partnership with local MDS Coordinators to gather and present survey exit summary information with DON and Administrator, if available, to advise on findings and urgent issues. Implements MDS and PDPM programs, systems and practices for new GHC facilities; works in tandem with Operations as needed during due diligence and ensures hands‑on involvement during eventual acquisition/start‑up to ensure MDS services are implemented, audited, and improvements made as needed within the initial days and weeks of operation. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Extensive knowledge of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) and Patient‑Driven Payment Model (PDPM) as utilized in a Skilled Nursing Facility setting. Extensive knowledge of MDS and PDPM in relationship to Quality Measures and the CMS Five‑Star Quality Rating System. Knowledge of essential computer programs including Microsoft Office, Adobe, Zoom (or other webinar platform), etc. Ability to execute on multiple assignments and priorities with extensive detail coordination and program management. Strong leadership and influence skills. Demonstrated ability to manage change. Exemplary communication, influencing, consulting, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of personality types. Excellent communication, both written and verbal, and problem‑solving skills. Flexibility and willingness to learn new things. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions at all employee levels. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to manage details and provide appropriate follow‑up to ensure organization satisfaction. Education and Experience Degree in Nursing with current and clear RN licensure within the state(s) of practice. 7‑10 years’ experience in skilled nursing with an emphasis on patient assessment and MDS management. Experience in creating strong relationships that foster the spirit of innovation, improvement, and collaborative solutions and developments. Experience in group facilitation required. We offer a competitive compensation package, healthcare benefits and excellent career growth opportunities. Health Benefits for full‑time employees offered 1st of the month following hire date. Benefits and incentive programs (including sign‑on bonuses, if applicable) are subject to eligibility requirements and may change at any time. Sign‑on bonus terms and amounts are subject to change and are based on the employee’s date of hire. Please note: This position requires the successful completion of a background check, pre‑employment physical, and drug screening as part of the hiring process. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination against employees or applicants based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, reproductive health decision making, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, military status, veteran status, uniformed service member status, sexual orientation, transgender identity, citizenship status, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Generations Healthcare