What are the responsibilities and job description for the MDS LPN RN position at Villa Maria Nursing and Rehabilitation?
We are seeking an MDS Coordinator/Case Manager – RN or LPN Full Time
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess, as minimum, of an LPN or RN License from an accredited school of nursing, college, or university in the state of CT
EXPERIENCE
Must have a minimum 1-year MDS/PDPM/OBRA Assessments.
Must be familiar with requirements for proper Medicare/PDPM documentation
Must be familiar with Managed Care eligibility and authorization
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The MDS/Clinical Care Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of the “Resident Assessment Instrument” process to ensure accurate and timely completion of resident assessments in accordance with Medicare, Managed Care, Medicaid, OBRA and other payor program requirements:
- Resident assessments - evaluate the quality of emotional, mental, and physical care being given to patients.
- Perform the initial interview and assess new residents.
- Develop a care plan that has long-term and short-term goals for improvement.
- Conduct meetings with the multidisciplinary treatment team, caretakers, and families to discuss these goals and plans of action.
- Preparing and electronically transmitting timely reports to the national Medicare and Medicaid database
- Ensuring the accuracy of medical records and coding procedures is essential for a facility to receive proper reimbursement.
COVID-19 considerations:
Must be Fully Vaccinated and Boosted