MDS Coordinator RN OR LPN

ALL FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A $4,500.00 SIGN ON BONUS!

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for the timely and accurate completion of the Federal and State assessment tools but may also be called upon to perform duties of an RN, if needed.

This position requires an understanding of the MDS rules and regulations as described in the MDS User's Manual, including item coding, RAPS, CAA's, Care Planning, electronic submission, scheduling, PPS including knowledge of MDS submission process, final validation reports, and an understanding of Medicare rules and regulations including coverage, benefit periods, certification, 30 Day rule.

Essential Duties 1.

Maintains Tracking Tools for the MDS and Medicare.

2.

Makes skilled services decisions and initiates Medicare non-coverage letters and expedited determination notices.

3.

Provides nursing care, as needed, in accordance with Resident Care Policies and Procedures and maintains the safety and well-being of the residents.

4.

Acts appropriately under the direction of the assigned supervisor and acts as an active member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT). 5.

Attends meeting of supervisory and administrative staff, as applicable.

Participates actively on the Quality Assurance Team (QA). 6.

Completes assigned sections of MDS assessments for nursing.

7.

Reviews the health records for each resident, including reviewing written notations of significant changes affecting: a.

Level of activity b.

Eating habits c.

Physical, mental, and emotional status 8.

Participates in planning and adjustment of Medicare assessment scheduling.

9.

Coordinates the IDT to accomplish timely completion of assignments, Care Plans, and CAA summaries.

10.

Assists and teaches the Care Planning process to nurses and other members of the team including ADL training.