Hamden Rehabilitation and Health Care in Hamden, CT is seeking a

Full-Time MDS Coordinator – RN or LPN with MDS Experience

We offer Competitive wages and an excellent benefit package which includes:

• Medical And Dental Insurance
• Paid time off
• 401 k
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Premium pay on holidays
• Paid Holidays

We are committed to providing exemplary service and are always looking for qualified and compassionate professionals to join our team.

Hamden Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is a 153-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility situated in Hamden, Connecticut. We specialize in short- and long-term care and have a secure memory care unit. We are located right in the heart of New Haven County, in close proximity to Yale New Haven Hospitals, yet conveniently only seconds from route 10, which runs throughout New Haven County.

Candidate must be a licensed Registered Nurse RN or LPN in the State of Connecticut with previous experience in the completion of resident assessments in a long-term skilled nursing setting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The MDS Coordinator will oversee and facilitate the completion of resident assessments in accordance with Federal and State regulations
• The MDS Coordinator will establish assessment schedules and ensure that assessments are done in an accurate and timely manner
• The MDS Coordinator is responsible for transmitting assessments to the State of Connecticut, Department of Health
• The MDS Coordinator will coordinate resident care plans in accordance to regulatory requirements, ensuring that resident care is delivered effectively
• The MDS Coordinator will initiate Medicare coverage for newly qualified residents and sending denial letters when necessary
• The MDS Coordinator will remain updated on changes in Medicare coverage and help determine documents necessary for reimbursement.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experienced RN or LPN with knowledge of the MDS process
• Must possess a RN or LPN license in the State of Connecticut
• Must be detailed oriented with excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must have the ability to work cooperatively with our facility interdisciplinary team
• Will be flexible and decisive, with the ability to work under pressure
• Must have knowledge of state and federal regulations as they relate to long term care nursing reimbursement
• Have the ability to work flexible hours, when necessary
• Will communicate effectively with both a diverse clientele and workforce through sound business decisions, diplomacy, and discretion

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• MDS: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CT RN or LPN LICENSE (Required)

Work Location: In person