RN Assessment Coordinator (MDS)

King David Center for Nursing•Brooklyn, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary role of the RN MDS Assessment Coordinator is to assist in gathering of clinical documentation and completion of the non-comprehensive MDS assessments and ensures that essential information gathered during the assessment period, is integrated in the care planning process. As the RN MDS Assessment Coordinator, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

Requirements

Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved RN program
Experience in long-term care and one-year job-related experience in the MDS process
Must have familiarity with various computer software
Must be efficient, organized, detailed –oriented and flexible
Must have excellent time management and consistently meet task deadlines
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public
Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm
Must meet physical and sensory requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices)
Must possess good communication skills and be able to relate professionally and positively to residents, resident’s family members, and facility staff
Must meet all local health regulations, pass post-offer drug test if required, and pass post-employment physical exam if required
Must be capable of performing the responsibilities of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Complete and oversee MDS assessments as directed by Director of MDS
Ensure that the facility adheres to all regulatory requirements and current standards of practice in relation to the MDS care planning process
Educate the interdisciplinary team about accuracy of clinical documentation and its importance in all aspects of care delivery
Coordinate the timely completion of the MDS assessments with the interdisciplinary team within the guidelines and specified time frames as per RAI Manual
Assist in the review of the clinical record accuracy of MDS coding and completeness of documentation.
Coordinate Case Management process
Act as liaison to the interdisciplinary team in the discussion of essential findings of a resident’s condition obtained while completing MDS assessments
Assist in transmission of MDS assessments, and obtains validation records and reviews them for needed corrections
Other duties as assigned or as deem necessary and appropriate, as indicated by Director of MDS