MDS Coordinator

MDS Coordinator

Position Summary:

Coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate and timely patient assessments in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies

Qualifications: 

• Current California LVN license required, RN preferred
• Two (2) years’ nursing and/or one (1) year of MDS experience preferred
• Outstanding communication (verbal and written) skills
• Ability to remain kind, calm and professional in all work-related situations
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
• Takes pride in serving others, and accurately completing duties on time

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate, timely, inter-departmental, patient assessments, in accordance with all requirements and policies
• Reports any changes in a patient’s condition to the Director of Nursing (DON)
• Provides education to direct care associates regarding patient documentation, overseeing updates or changes, and training on Skilled Nursing Facility and other Regulations
• Ensures care plans are comprehensive, accurate and meeting patient needs
• Reviews Final Validation Reports confirming assessments have been completed and accepted into the CMS and other systems as necessary and prior to billing
• Collaborates with Business Office regarding when to/when not to bill
• Continually reviews CMS Reports to address issues and improve processes to ensure that assessments are accurate and submitted on time
• Attend and participates in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check
• Performs functions of a staff nurse when necessary
• Leads by example in treating everyone at work kindly and professionally

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverages with company paying a substantial portion of costs (voluntary supplemental plan options available)
• 401(k) with discretionary company match annually
• Company paid Basic Life and disability insurance (Buy up options available)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)
• Employee Assistance program
• Tuition Assistance and Profession Enhancement Funds
• Bene-Hub employee sponsored discount programs and more….

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

*Benefits available to full-time employees.

West Shore Post-Acute is a skilled nursing and therapy center located in sunny Alameda, California. Just blocks from the Alameda beach, our charming 135-bed skilled nursing center proudly provides short-term and long-term residency.
When you enter West Shore Post-Acute, you enter a community of compassion. You’ll see it in our people and in our service. We are committed to meeting the needs of our residents, families, and community. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you!

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