RN MDS Coordinator

RN MDS Coordinator

The Manor Health & Rehabilitation Center has an employment opportunity for an RN MDS Coordinator. This role initiates and ensures completion of the MDS by all disciplines for all residents in accordance with CMS and NJ DOH guidelines. The position sets the reference date based on information obtained during the look-back period.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include:

• Providing considerate respectful care focused upon the Residents' individual needs.
• Affirming the Resident's right to make decisions regarding his/her medical care.
• Demonstrating the ability to obtain information and interpret information in terms of the needs of the age of the Residents cared for.
• Demonstrating an understanding of the range of care needed based on the age of the Residents cared for.
• Demonstrating knowledge of growth, development and/or adult health throughout the life span as appropriate to the job performed.
• Successfully completing life-span education as appropriate.
• Responsible for oversight of resident/patient care on unit, conducting and coordinating the development and completion of the Resident Assessments (RAI), which include the Minimum Data Set (MDS) care plan, Medicare certification, additional assessments and care plan conference in accordance with best practice guidelines, and current federal, state, and facility standards, guidelines and regulations.
• Conducting and coordinating MDS scheduled and unscheduled, assessments, care plans, and care plan conferences for residents, in accordance with Facility standards, and current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility.
• Ensuring completion of MDS per resident assessment instrument (RAI) guidelines, including dating and signing each MDS (RN must sign) to indicate that the assessment has been completed.
• Monitoring MDS and care planning documentation for all residents; ensuring correct diagnosis documentation is present in the medical record to support MDS coding.
• Ensuring that MDS information is transmitted per guidelines.
• Participating in Medicare utilization review (UR) meetings and triple check meetings to review residents' progress or lack of progress and determine skilled services qualifications status coordinate and direct Assessment Reference Date (ARD) with nursing and therapy to determine categories under PDPM and/or RUG for each resident and that all information parallels to therapy.
• Coordinating and obtaining prior authorizations for managed care residents.
• Participating in Interdisciplinary Team, Licensed Nursing Meetings, and any other meetings deemed necessary by supervisor.
• Ensuring that the SNF care plan has been established in accordance with facility and regulatory guidelines and is reviewed based on the residents MDS and reflects the resident's current condition.
• Reviewing care plan with resident/designated party quarterly and/or as indicated.
• Coordinating the MDS schedule for needed assessments, with Interdisciplinary Team, to ensure compliance with all scheduled MDS assessments.
• Participating in stand-up meetings on a daily basis, completing resident follow-ups as requested.
• Assuring quality nursing care and follow-up with CNAs and nursing staff to ensure the best possible resident care is being provided. Informing DON of persistent issues related to non-compliant documentation.
• Coordinating with finance and therapy management of CMS audits, managed care audits and demand bills.
• Participating in quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) meetings to include assigned monitoring, audits, and unusual occurrences with investigations as requested.
• Participating in facility surveys, inspections and audits to establish regulatory compliance.
• Generating CASPER reports monthly. Providing a comprehensive analysis for those areas above acceptable standards, collaborate with DON on improvements.
• Tracking and completing level of care determinations (LOCD) and track user defined assessments (UDA) completion to ensure compliance.
• Making decisions and demonstrating knowledge of nursing practice, utilizing sound nursing judgment in critical and resident care management situations.

Qualifications

The qualifications include:

• Graduate of an approved program for Registered Nurse and currently licensed in New Jersey.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Previous experience completing the MDS.
• Current NJ RN license required.
• Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team.

About Us

CentraState Healthcare System, in partnership with Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system dedicated to providing comprehensive health services in central New Jersey. Beyond offering a wide range of advanced diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState is committed to being a valuable health partner, focusing on disease prevention, promoting healthy behaviors, and helping individuals of all ages live well.

Located in Freehold, CentraState includes a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a dynamic health and wellness campus, two award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions. These pavilions offer primary care, specialty physician practices, and access to outpatient services such as lab work and physical therapy.

CentraState is proud to be among the less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet® designation for nursing excellence five times. Additionally, it has been recognized as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Company by Great Place to Work® for four consecutive years.

Joining CentraState means becoming part of a pioneering healthcare facility committed to high-quality, patient-focused care. We invite you to make a difference in our community and advance your career with us. We support our employees with work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities, and more.

Discover why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!

CentraState Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members.

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• 401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
• Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
• Continuing Education / Onsite Training
• A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
• Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
• Magnet recognized healthcare facility

Compensation Range: $48.00 - $81.60 per hour

The compensation above reflects the established range from CentraState Healthcare System (CSHS) for this position at the time the job was posted. CSHS considers many factors to determine compensation, including education, experience, skills, licenses, certification, and training. As such, team member compensation may fall outside this range.

Additionally, the compensation range reflects base salary and does not include extra shift rates or incentives tied to quality, productivity, etc., as applicable.

The benefits outlined also reflect CSHS' policy at the time of posting. Benefits as are made available to other similarly situated team members of CSHS, although participation is at all times in accordance with and subject to the eligibility and other provisions of such plans and programs. CSHS may modify its benefits plans or programs at any time.

CSHS is proud to comply with all pay equity and pay transparency laws.