MDS Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)

Job Description

Life Care is a post acute care facility that operates skilled nursing facilities with standards and policies governing patient care, compliance procedures, and professional conduct through a Code of Conduct framework. The RN MDS Coordinator coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate and timely interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CAAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Essential Functions include: Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary, accurate, and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations; Report any changes in a patient's condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON; Provide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentation; Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan; Review Final Validation Reports and attest that all assessments have been completed and accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing; Review CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrence; Attend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request; Perform functions of a staff nurse as required; Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients; Assist in the evacuation of patients; Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance; Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment; Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.