MDS Coordinator (RN) or (LVN)

Settlers Ridge Care Center•Celina, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Settlers Ridge Care Center in Celina, Texas is seeking an MDS Coordinator (RN or LVN) to support Medicaid and Medicare reimbursement. The role coordinates and completes clinical assessments, supporting documentation, care planning, and transmission of MDS 3.0 in accordance with federal and state regulations. The coordinator participates in and directs patient care in keeping with facility clinical systems, regulatory requirements, and physician orders, and helps ensure high-quality services in a customer-service-friendly environment. The position contributes to a positive patient experience through compassionate healthcare and supports the facility’s provision of clinical care, rehabilitation, wellness, and supportive services.

Requirements

Current RN or LVN license in the state of Texas.
At least 2 years of experience in a skilled nursing facility.
Previous experience completing MDS assessments and care plans as an MDS Coordinator.
Demonstrated proficiency in RAI/PPS processes.
Strong attention to detail, documentation, and resident assessment skills.
Good communication, clerical, organizational, and computer skills.

Responsibilities

Maintain the MDS and care plan schedule for the interdisciplinary team.
Coordinate preparation of MDS assessments and care plans in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Track Medicare resident benefit days, validate the daily Medicare census, and coordinate this information with management to support accurate billing.
Complete responses to intermediary requests for additional information and appeals decisions, when necessary, within established time frames.
Ensure Medicare denial letters are prepared for residents discharged from Medicare coverage within applicable Medicare time limits.
Participate in the ongoing evaluation of documentation required for Medicaid reimbursement.
Participate in and direct patient care in accordance with facility clinical systems, regulatory requirements, and physician orders.
Help ensure high-quality services and a positive, compassionate patient experience.