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MDS Coordinator RN - Sequim, WA

Avamere Olympic Rehabilitation of Sequim

Sequim, WA

Eligibility
Clinical Documentation & Utilization Review NursesAdministrative & Consulting Nurses
Shift
Days
Unit
Psych

Posted Jun 17

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
Days
Term
Permanent
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
Inside the WA staff range

WA staff postings that state pay run $34/hr to $69/hr, the middle half $45/hr to $63/hr, across 693 postings.

About this role

MDS Coordinator - Registered Nurse

Status: Full-Time Salary: $53.00 - $63.00 hourly DOE

Location: Avamere Olympic Rehabilitation of Sequim - 1000 S 5th Ave, Sequim, WA 98382

Apply at Teamavamere.com (https://teamavamere.com/)

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The primary purpose of this position is to participate in developing plans of patient care for each resident and to review the resident’s medical and nursing treatments to ensure they are in accordance with the resident’s care plan and wishes.

Essential Duties and Job

Responsibilities

Review resident care plans for appropriate goals, problems, approaches, and revisions based on nursing needs. Ensure all personnel involved in providing care to the residents are aware of care Schedule and facilitate care plan Monitor and guide the completion of PPS and OBRA Ensure accuracy of clinical assessments and documentation. Ensure legal compliance with all state and federal guidelines, including, but not limited to following MDS processes.

Manage the utilization review (UR) Oversee the MAR’s treatment, flow sheets, and physician’s Chart nurses’ notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident and resident’s response to care. Coordinate with other departments to ensure consistency in resident care. Participate in facility surveys by authorized government Report findings and make recommendations to management.

Act in a supporting role to the Administrator and Director of Nursing of the facility.

Qualifications

Nursing degree from an accredited college or In accordance with state and federal regulatory requirements, maintain a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a licensed nurse in this state. Oregon: RN is required Washington: RN is preferred MDS certification Knowledge and experience in the RAI process, CAAs, RUG categories, and MDS 0. Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care communities.

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible. 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program. Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave. EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits. Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement. Generous employee referral bonus program. Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account). Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company. Voluntary

Benefits

Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

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  • Licenses & Certifications
  • Required
  • Registered Nurse

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Requirements

  • Nursing degree from an accredited college or
  • In accordance with state and federal regulatory requirements, maintain a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a licensed nurse in this state.
  • Oregon: RN is required
  • Washington: RN is preferred
  • MDS certification
  • Knowledge and experience in the RAI process, CAAs, RUG categories, and MDS 0.
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  • Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care communities.
  • At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
  • 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
  • EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
  • Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
  • Generous employee referral bonus program.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
  • Voluntary

Benefits highlights

  • Employee discount
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Referral program
  • 401(k)
  • Pet insurance
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  • Flexible spending account
  • Employee assistance program

Place

City
Sequim, WA
Median rent
$1,195/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$59,707/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

State price level
7% above the national average

Washington index 107.0, where 100 is the national average.

Sequim sits in Washington's Olympic Peninsula rain shadow, offering a sunnier microclimate than surrounding Pacific Northwest towns. Nurses relocating here find a quiet agricultural community near the Strait of Juan de Fuca, with lavender farms, retirement communities, and easy access to Olympic National Park's hiking trails.

Map showing the location of Sequim, WA
Approximate location in Sequim, WA. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

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Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.

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