MDS Coordinator / MDS Nurse

Part-time MDS Coordinator

We are currently looking to fill our MDS Coordinator position at Forest Hill Health & Rehab  Center located in Forest Hill, MI.  

This is a part-time opening. The RN will work 20-24 hours a week and schedule can be flexible.
 

Summary:

Assists the Resident Care Management Director (RCMD) with the timely and accurate completion of both the RAI and Care Management process from admission to discharge. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Works in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team to assess the needs of the resident

· Assists with coordination and management of the daily Care Management meeting, to include review of resident care and the setting of the Assessment Reference Date

· Complies with federal and state regulations regarding completion and coordination of the RAI process

· Monitors MDS and care plan documentation for all residents. Ensures documentation is present in the medical record to support MDS coding

· Maintains current MDS status of assigned residents according to state and federal guidelines

· Supports the tracking system of MDS schedules (timeframes and due dates)

· Maintains the frequent and accurate data entry of resident information into appropriate computerized MDS programs

· Completes accurate coding of the MDS with information obtained via medical record review as well as observation and interview with facility staff, resident and family members

· At the direction of the RCMD, attends interdisciplinary team meetings and other meetings in order to gather information, communicate changes, and maintain and update records

Entry Qualifications:

·  MD licensed Registered Nurse with health care experience in a long-term care facility   

·  Knowledge of RAI process required

·  Knowledge of Medicare strongly preferred!