Minimum Data Set Specialist
About The Position
The Minimum Data Set Specialist coordinates assessments of patients and residents to comply with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and Department of Health requirements, including assessing residents for Medicare and managed care benefits. The specialist maintains Minimum Data Set (MDS) computer records and ensures the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. The role operates under general guidance. Work assignments are varied and require interpretation and independent decisions about the course of action. The specialist may also perform related duties as required. Responsibilities identified in the posting are considered essential job functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act; related duties not listed are not considered essential functions.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
- Obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree within five years of employment.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
- RAC-CT (Resident Assessment Coordinator-Certified); specialized certifications as needed.
- 1–3 years of relevant experience.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and ensure completion of interdepartmental MDS assessments for new, readmitted, quarterly, and annual reviews, as well as residents or patients experiencing significant changes in status, according to required OBRA and PPS schedules.
- Complete or ensure completion of documentation for Medicare reimbursement.
- Review documentation from all disciplines and care plans to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Promptly report deficient assessments to effect immediate improvement.
- Complete Resident Assessment Protocols (RAPs) for all patients and residents.
- Ensure the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
- Participate on the admission committee and in comprehensive care plan meetings.
- Prepare and conduct staff training and ongoing education on MDS documentation.
- Participate in performance improvement processes within the facility and with transferring facilities to maximize reimbursement.
- May chair the Comprehensive Care Plan (CCP).
- Perform related duties as required.
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Job Type
Full-time
