MDS Coordinator - Skilled Nursing

Senior Lifestyle•Gorham, ME

2d•$43 - $49

About The Position

The MDS Coordinator coordinates the development and completion of resident assessments in accordance with federal and state regulations and company policies. The role supports residents’ functional abilities and satisfaction by facilitating interdisciplinary care planning, encouraging family involvement in care conferences, and participating in clinical meetings and communications. The position also supports Managed Care case management duties and promotes Residents’ Rights, positive relationships, professional conduct, and HIPAA compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and RN license.
Registered Nurse with an emphasis on geriatrics.
3–5+ years of experience in MDS.
Acceptable fluency in English to perform job duties and communicate verbally and in writing with supervisors, coworkers, residents, and applicable third parties.
ICD-10 competency.
Ability to manage multiple assessment schedules and accurately complete assessments and care plans.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to support residents’ function and satisfaction.
Experience with PointClickCare, Microsoft Office, and PointRight.

Nice To Haves

RAC-CT certification preferred.
Experience in Managed Care case management, MAC and RAC medical review processes, and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the assessment schedule and open resident assessments according to applicable federal and state rules, regulations, and guidelines, including implementation of CAAs and CATS.
Select the Assessment Reference Date (ARD) to accurately reflect the resident’s condition and resources and care provided; gather documentation, accurately encode assessment items, and ensure assessments are complete, accurate, signed, and submitted to the state database on time.
Meet daily with the Rehab Program Manager to review resident therapy schedules and minimize the need for non-scheduled assessments.
Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure care plans are comprehensive, timely, and current; attend and participate in Resident Care Conferences.
Disseminate new or updated RAI materials to the interdisciplinary team, including assessment calendars and due dates.
Facilitate the involvement of appropriate health professionals to improve or maintain residents’ functional abilities at the highest practicable level; assist with or direct Managed Care case management duties.
Review state validation reports and ensure appropriate follow-up action is taken when needed.
Serve on, participate in, and attend facility committees as required or directed, including At Risk, Triple Check, and Medicare UR committees.
Educate nurses and CNAs about the RAI process and how their duties affect it.
Communicate with the Business Office regarding unfinished assessments, defaults, and other billing concerns.
Comply with and promote rules and regulations regarding Residents’ Rights, maintain positive relationships with residents, visitors, and regulators, present a professional appearance, and maintain HIPAA compliance.