MDS Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for the timely and accurate completion of the Federal and State assessment tool.  Position serves as an active member on the interdisciplinary and management team.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Demonstrates knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents (i.e. physical, cognitive, and socialization factors) in planning delivery of care.
• Maintains comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the MDS rules and regulations as described in the MDS User's Manual, including item coding, RAPS, care planning, electronic submission, scheduling, etc.
• Responsible for supporting established philosophy and objectives, adhering to policy and procedures of nursing service, and is an advocate of change when necessary.
• Committed to an interdisciplinary treatment approach to rehabilitation by exercising sound nursing judgment based on preparation, knowledge, skills, understanding and past experience in nursing care situations.
• Accountable for compliance and consistent application of the Code of Conduct and Compliance Program, Resident Abuse Reporting and Prevention Policies, and State and Federal Code requirements pertaining to long-term care nursing service.
• Maintains open lines of communication with management team to ensure accurate and appropriate assessment and documentation regarding residents.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

•  Currently licensed as Nurse in the State required
• Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing
• Good standing on the State Department of Professional Credentialing
• Ability to lead a team and work in a cohesive environment
• Possess excellent technical assessment, organizational and documentation skills
• Previous experience in a long-term care setting with supervisory experience preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels in the organization
• Knowledge of MDS rules and regulations including item coding, RAPS, care planning, electronic submission, scheduling, and working knowledge of relationship between PPS and MDS, etc.
• Health assessment requirements, including Mantoux skin test required
• Must meet essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation