MDS Coordinator RN

COMMONWEALTH CARE OF ROANOKE•Gainesville, VA

24d•$89,000 - $97,000•Onsite

About The Position

Gainesville Health & Rehab Center is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator RN to join its interdisciplinary team and MDS Department. The role uses clinical and MDS 3.0 assessment skills and judgment to support patients and caregivers. The coordinator leads interdisciplinary processes for MDS, clinical reimbursement, care planning, and utilization management in accordance with applicable requirements, regulations, and company policies. The position also supports quality improvement, staff education, and regulatory compliance related to the RAI process, quality of care, reimbursement, quality measures, and quality reporting.

Requirements

Current RN license in good standing in Virginia.
Significant MDS 3.0 experience.
RAC-CT certification is required within one year of employment if not held at the time of hire, and must be maintained once obtained.
Strong computer skills.
Ability to work independently and well under pressure.
Flexibility, attention to detail, organization, ability to multitask, effective decision-making, and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Lead the interdisciplinary team in managing MDS, clinical reimbursement, care plan, and utilization management processes in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements and company policies and procedures.
Ensure MDS/RAI deadlines and accuracy requirements are met.
Ensure coding appropriately reflects each patient's acuity and needs for accurate and optimal reimbursement.
Assist Center Leadership with quality improvement efforts, staff education, and regulatory compliance related to the RAI process, quality care, reimbursement, quality measures, and quality reporting requirements.
Promote a positive, collaborative, and caring team environment.