NH - Specialist, Performance Improvement (MDS)

One Brooklyn Health•New York, NY

22d

About The Position

MDS Coordinator is responsible for coordination of MDS assessments of each resident. Participates in the overall process of providing optimum care of each resident. Provides support to clinical staff in the provision of high care quality of life for each resident.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in MDS 3.0.
Long Term care experience required.
Positive relationship building.
Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
Organized with an ability to work independently to complete projects.
Detail oriented with consistent follow-through.
Excellent writing, listening and problem solving skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite applications such as Word and Excel.
New York State Registered Nurse

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree highly desired.
Obtain Resident Assessment Coordinator–Certified (RAC-CT) within one year from the date of hire preferred.
Maintain MDS RAC-CT Certification.

Responsibilities

Completes accurate assessments, MDS, and CAAs as assigned.
Monitors and audits clinical records, assures accuracy and timeliness.
Informs PI Director of persistent issues related with non-compliant documentation.
Communicates with physicians, discharge planners and others to process referrals, authorization for services, and capture data related to utilization.
Gathers information on facility’s current residents for future assessments, including physical and mental states.
Ensures accurate ICD-10 coding for proper reimbursement.
Maintains current working knowledge of Medicare criteria, serving as a resource for nursing staff and communicate changes in regulations.
Monitors Case Mix Index (CMI) scores, looking for potential risks and/or changes that may affect Medicaid reimbursement.
Reviews daily all communications received via fax, email or mail.
Completes special managed care projects; performs independent research and prepares/gathers information for reports and data summaries.
Assists other departments with projects as needed in the spirit of teamwork.
All other duties as requested.