MDS Float (RN)

Brickyard Healthcare•Valparaiso, IN

About The Position

The Regional MDS Float Nurse joins the Clinical Reimbursement team and provides support across facilities in Northern Indiana. Working closely with the Regional Director of Clinical Reimbursement, this role provides hands-on MDS assistance, education, auditing, and clinical reimbursement support. The nurse helps promote consistency, accuracy, compliance, and reimbursement opportunities, and serves as a resource to facility teams.

Requirements

Registered Nurse with a current, active license in the state of practice.
Current CPR certification, which must be maintained.
Minimum of two years of clinical experience in a health care setting.
Minimum of one year of experience in a long-term care setting.
Prior experience as an MDS coordinator with demonstrated expertise.
Ability to maintain regular attendance.
Willingness to travel to facilities within Northern Indiana.

Responsibilities

Complete the Resident Assessment Instrument in accordance with federal and state regulations and company policies and procedures.
Act as an in-house case manager, considering all aspects of resident care and coordinating services with physicians, families, third-party payers, and facility staff.
Coordinate development and completion of resident assessments (MDS) in accordance with applicable federal and state rules, regulations, and guidelines, including implementation of RAPs and Triggers.
Select the correct Assessment Reference Date (ARD) and reasons for assessment to capture resources utilized and support appropriate Medicare/Medicaid payment.
Use company-standard systems, including Concurrent Review when available, to manage the MDS process.
Assist in developing comprehensive resident assessments and care plans.
Communicate with product champions to ensure new nursing employees understand the RAI process and receive appropriate training as directed by their supervisor.
Participate in Medicare Part A in-house reviews as directed by supervisors.
Follow company standards for weekly communication with the Business Office Manager about information needed for Medicare/Medicaid billing.
Travel to facilities within Northern Indiana.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Health benefits packages with three health plan options and no waiting period for enrollment
Career advancement opportunities
Education reimbursement program of up to $7,500 per year
Delta Dental
VSP Vision
Free basic life insurance
Disability coverage
Critical illness coverage
Accident coverage
Legal coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Employee Assistance Program