MDS Coordinator

Bay Bluffs•Harbor Springs, MI

23h

About The Position

An MDS Coordinator (Minimum Data Set Coordinator) is a highly skilled nursing professional responsible for overseeing the comprehensive assessment process for residents in long-term care facilities. Utilizing the federally mandated MDS system, the Coordinator ensures precise documentation, facilitates effective care planning, and guarantees appropriate Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement. Collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams, the Coordinator meticulously captures and evaluates each resident’s physical, mental, and psychosocial needs. This role is essential to maintaining regulatory compliance, enhancing the quality of care, and supporting the financial well-being of the facility. Visit our website a see the difference quality can make . Benefits Package Competitive wages Affordable health insurance including prescription coverage, vision, and dental available the first of the month following your first 60 days (Payment in lieu if already insured elsewhere) Life Insurance 8 Paid Holidays Generous PTO: accruing 120 hours in your first year of employment Employee Assistance Plan Paid renewal fees and continued education Employer funded retirement plan(401A) after 1st year of employment 457 retirement plan available upon hire Education Assistance Plan(after your first year of employment)

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate, or Bachelor’s School of Nursing, or vocational nursing
Current state license as an RN
Proof of current CPR certification
Compassionate, friendly demeanor
Excellent communication skills
Must be able to pass a background check and fingerprint process

Nice To Haves

RAC-CT(REsidnet Assessment Coordinator Certified) preferred but willing to train the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Oversee MDS Assessments : Coordinate and ensure the timely and accurate completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for all residents, maintaining compliance with applicable standards.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration : Partner effectively with nursing staff, physical and occupational therapists, dietitians, and attending physicians to collect comprehensive data and develop holistic, person-centered care plans.
Care Planning : Utilize MDS data to formulate individualized care plans that respectfully address each resident's unique strengths, needs, and preferences.
Reimbursement & Compliance : Ensure all documentation complies with federal regulations, including OBRA guidelines, to facilitate accurate Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements, incorporating RUGs classifications and facility quality measures.

Benefits

Competitive wages
Affordable health insurance including prescription coverage, vision, and dental available the first of the month following your first 60 days (Payment in lieu if already insured elsewhere)
Life Insurance
8 Paid Holidays
Generous PTO: accruing 120 hours in your first year of employment
Employee Assistance Plan
Paid renewal fees and continued education
Employer funded retirement plan(401A) after 1st year of employment
457 retirement plan available upon hire
Education Assistance Plan(after your first year of employment)