What are the responsibilities and job description for the MDS Coordinator position at Community Place Nursing Home?
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Community Place in Brandon MS is currently hiring for a MDS Coordinator, Registered Nurse preferred, to join our Team!
The RN MDS Coordinator is responsible for the timely and accurate completion of the Federal and State assessment tools. 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. They must also coordinate and oversee the Minimum Data Set assessments for each resident utilizing the appropriate forms required by the type of assessment and ensure all assessments are completed and transmitted within required timeframes. The MDS Coordinator will also initiate the opening and closing of assessments and alert the interdisciplinary team as needed as well as other duties
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Will be on call
Experience:
- Nursing home: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- RN License (Preferred)
- LPN (Considered with Experience)
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person