MDS Coordinator

North Ridge Health and Rehab•Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

North Ridge Health and Rehab in New Hope, Minnesota, is hiring a full-time MDS Coordinator to manage the facility’s MDS duties. The role is responsible for the timely and accurate completion of federal and state assessment tools and may also involve performing RN duties as needed. The coordinator must understand MDS rules and regulations in the MDS User’s Manual, including item coding, RAPS, CAA’s, care planning, electronic submission, scheduling, PPS, MDS submission processes, and final validation reports. The role also requires understanding Medicare rules and regulations, including coverage, benefit periods, certification, and the 30 Day rule. The coordinator receives processed forms—including order sheets, doctor notes, pharmacy recommendations, order summaries, and lab results—and scans and uploads each document to the applicable resident’s electronic medical record. The organization describes its CARES values as Character, Attitude, Respect, Excellence, and Service, and emphasizes providing a positive experience for residents, families, and co-workers.

Requirements

Current RN licensure with the Minnesota Board of Nursing.
Current CPR certification.
1–2 years of experience as an MDS Coordinator or Clinical Reimbursement Coordinator.
Good organization skills.
Experience with 3.0, PPS, and Case Mix.
Ability to pass a license check, background check, and drug screen.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPPA regulations.
Desire to work with the elderly.

Responsibilities

Manage MDS duties for the health care facility.
Complete federal and state assessment tools accurately and on time.
Perform RN duties when needed.
Apply MDS rules and processes, including item coding, RAPS, CAA’s, care planning, electronic submission, scheduling, PPS, submission processes, and final validation reports.
Apply Medicare rules and regulations related to coverage, benefit periods, certification, and the 30 Day rule.
Receive processed forms, including order sheets, doctor notes, pharmacy recommendations, order summaries, and lab results.
Scan and upload documents to the applicable resident’s electronic medical record.