MDS Coordinator - NMCC - FT

NORTHERN MONTANA HOSPITAL•Havre, MT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Conduct, coordinate, and/or monitor the Resident Assessment Instrument Assessment process, including completion of the Minimum Data Set, Resident Assessment Protocols, and care plans. Participate in LTC Utilization Review meetings and maintain current knowledge of the Medicare Prospective Payment System. Work with LTC Biller to ensure accurate translation of MDS/RUG information to the Medicare bill. Maintains knowledge of State and Local licensing boards and all Federal Agency requirements for individual and nursing department. Develops, reviews and revises Department Policies & Procedures. Obtains & maintains AANAC Certification. Assists NMCC Administration with preparation for, and collaboration prior to and during LTC and CMS Survey process. Collaborates with LTC ADON/Staff development in conducting newly hired licensed staff documentation education and periodic Staff education on MDS and RAI process. Maintains LTC Infection Prevention Program.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing and hold a current RN/LPN license to practice professional nursing in the State of Montana.
Minimum of two (2) years of recent experience working in a Long-Term Care facility.
Possess knowledge relating to age of residents served.
Knowledge/skills in data collection and interpretation (tools of CQI).
Knowledgeable and proficient in RAI process.

Nice To Haves

Obtains & maintains AANAC Certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct, coordinate, and/or monitor the Resident Assessment Instrument Assessment process, including completion of the Minimum Data Set, Resident Assessment Protocols, and care plans.
Participate in LTC Utilization Review meetings and maintain current knowledge of the Medicare Prospective Payment System.
Work with LTC Biller to ensure accurate translation of MDS/RUG information to the Medicare bill.
Maintain knowledge of State and Local licensing boards and all Federal Agency requirements for individual and nursing department.
Develop, review and revise Department Policies & Procedures.
Obtain & maintain AANAC Certification.
Assist NMCC Administration with preparation for, and collaboration prior to and during LTC and CMS Survey process.
Collaborate with LTC ADON/Staff development in conducting newly hired licensed staff documentation education and periodic Staff education on MDS and RAI process.
Maintain LTC Infection Prevention Program.