Brandon Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, LLC is looking for a Registered Nurse MDS Coordinator. This is a full time position, with benefits.

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for the timely and accurate completion of the
Federal and State assessment tools but may also be called upon to perform duties of an RN if needed. This position requires an understanding of the MDS rules and regulations as described in the MDS User's Manual, including item coding, RAPS, CAA's, Care Planning, electronic submission, scheduling, PPS including knowledge of MDS submission process, final validation reports, and an understanding of Medicare rules and regulations including coverage, benefit periods, certification, 30 Day rule.

GENERAL DUTIES OF RN MDS:

• Maintains Tracking Tools for the MDS and Medicare.
• Makes skilled services decisions and initiates Medicare non-coverage letters and expedited determination notices.
• Provides nursing care, as needed, in accordance with Resident Care Policies and Procedures and maintains the safety and well-being of the residents.
• Acts appropriately under the direction of the assigned supervisor and acts as an active member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT).
• Attends meeting of supervisory and administrative staff, as applicable. Participates actively on the Quality Assurance Team (QA).
• Completes assigned sections of MDS assessments for nursing.
• Reviews the health records for each resident, including reviewing written notations of significant changes affecting:

a. Level of activity b. Eating habits c. Physical, mental, and emotional state

• Participates in planning and adjustment of Medicare assessment scheduling.
• Coordinates the IDT to accomplish timely completion of assignments, Care Plans, and CAA summaries.
• Assists and teaches the Care Planning process to nurses and other members of the team including ADL training.
• Communicates with nursing and clinical personnel on the implementation of the resident Care Plan.
• Completes Medicare Daily Documentation Guide on admission.
• Assists with studies related to improvements of nursing care, if needed.
• Gathers baseline information to identify potential and acute problems and thoroughly and accurately completes areas of the MDS nursing admission assessment and quarterly assessment and Medicare assessments using currently approved format.
• Prepares for and attends team and family Care Plan conferences in a professional, supportive manner, as assigned.
• Observes and examines the total resident focusing on body systems, skin, integrity, weight, hydration status, and reports changes in resident condition promptly to the Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS OF RN MDS COORDINATOR :

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing
• Current nursing license to practice as an RN in the state
• Knowledge of state specific MCD Case Mix, coding guidelines, and state MCD audits, if applicable
• Must have current CPR certification
• Proficient reading, writing, grammar, and mathematics skills
• Proficient interpersonal relations and communicative skills
• Knowledge of drug interactions, side effects, and incompatibilities
• Decision-making skills
• Proficient assessment skills
• Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
• A minimum of one year's experience in related nursing positions is preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• MDS: 1 year (Preferred)
• Nursing Home: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person