MDS Coordinator (hybrid)- Avamere Puget Sound

Avamere • Tacoma, WA

3h • $81,000 - $131,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The primary responsibility of this position is to complete the planning, scheduling and revising of the MDS, including the implementation of CAA’s and Triggers. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work arrangement, meaning it involves both remote and on-site duties.

Requirements

• Must possess a nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in this state.
• Knowledgeable and experienced in the RAI process, CAAs, RUG categories and MDS 3.0.
• Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
• Must chart nurses’ notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident and resident’s response to care.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records and computer documentation systems.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Must speak, read, and write English fluently
• Must have an active CPR/BLS certification

Nice To Haves

• MDS Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review patient care plans for appropriate goals, problems, approaches, and revisions based on nursing needs.
• Ensure all personnel involved in providing care to the patients are aware of their care plans.
• Schedule and facilitate care plan conferences.
• Monitor and guide the completion of PPS and OBRA assessments.
• Manage the Utilization Review (UR) process.
• Oversee MAR’s treatment, flow sheets and physician's orders.
• Participate in facility surveys by authorized government agencies.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree