What are the responsibilities and job description for the Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator - PRN position at East Glen?
Responsible for thedevelopment and the timely completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS), Care AreaAssessments (CAA), and care plans. Ensure that the data is appropriate to the needs of the resident basedupon the assessment and is in compliance with State and Federal regulations.
Essential Job Functions1. Assistin developing, maintaining and updating policies and procedures related to thegathering of data for the completion of the MDS, CAA, and care plans.
2. Developa written plan of care for each resident that identifies the problems/needs ofthe resident, the care to be given, the goals to be accomplished, and thediscipline required for each goal.
3. Develop,coordinate, and maintain a tracking system of Quality Assurance in regard tothe MDS, CAA, and care plans. Conductand coordinate the revision of the MDS, and CAA. Maintain an up-to-date and accurateMDS/assessment calendar. Ensure MDScompliance of timelines, accuracy and signature of the information of data.
4. Provide orientationand in-service to staff, family and resident, and physicians, as necessary, toensure understanding of the MDS/care planning process.
5. Maintainand implement an organized, efficient system to ensure submission of allMDS/care plan information timely and accurately.
6. Participatein care plan meetings and ensure notification of all team members, family, andresident.
7. Perform otherduties, and assume additional responsibilities as assigned.
8. Codediagnoses using International Classification of Diseases10 - ClinicalModification (ICD10 CM) or the then current version.
9. Completecertifications and re-certifications accurately and timely.
Education and EducationMust possess anapplicable clinical degree and licensure.
Must have a minimumof one year clinical experience, preferably in a Long Term Care setting. Must have a working knowledgeable of the MDSprocess.
Physical Requirements for Essential Job Functions- Must be able to move about intermittently throughout the workday.
- Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
- Must be able to reach, bend, and/or stoop intermittently throughout the work day.
- Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
- Must be able to push, pull, or move a minimum of 100 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance.
- Must be able to walk/stand 75% of the day.