What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (MDS) position at HealthSource Saginaw?
Position Overview:
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM (Monday-Friday)
Department: Long Term Care
Location: 3340 Hospital Road, Saginaw, MI 48603
At HealthSource Saginaw, we are seeking an MDS Registered Nurse for our Long Term Care program. In this role, you will oversee MDS (Minimum Data Set) assessments, participate in care planning and discharge planning activities, and collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to support quality resident care.
As an MDS Registered Nurse, you will coordinate and manage the resident assessment process to ensure accurate clinical documentation, regulatory compliance, and appropriate reimbursement. Through your work, you will help residents achieve their best possible outcomes while supporting staff, patients, and residents to Rise to Be Your Best.
What You’ll Do:
The MDS Registered Nurse will perform the full range of assignments for patients/residents including but not limited to:
- Coordinate and oversee the MDS assessment process to ensure accurate patient/resident assessments, care planning, and regulatory compliance.
- Complete and manage MDS assessments in accordance with federal and state guidelines and facility policies.
- Collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members to support resident care and reimbursement accuracy.
- Review clinical documentation to ensure assessments accurately reflect resident needs and services provided.
- Participate in care plan development and interdisciplinary meetings to support positive resident outcomes.
- Monitor Medicare, managed care, and reimbursement requirements to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
- Support discharge planning efforts by collaborating with the care team to promote safe transitions and reduce avoidable readmissions.
- Provide education and guidance to staff regarding documentation and assessment requirements.
- Assist with quality improvement initiatives, audits, and regulatory readiness activities.
- Maintain accurate records and communication with payers, residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team.