The RN MDS Coordinator coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate and timely interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CAAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
In range for Massachusetts staff rolesMassachusetts staff postings that state pay run $34/hr to $74/hr, the middle half $41/hr to $68/hr, across 1,268 postings.
The role and schedule
Day to day
coordinate and assist with completion and submission of MDS assessments, CCAs, and care plansCoordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary, accurate, and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations
Day to day
report patient condition changes identified by MDS assessment to the DONReport any changes in a patient’s condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON
Day to day
provide education to direct care staff on CMS RAI Manual and SNF regulationsProvide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentation
Day to day
assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care PlanAssist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan
Day to day
review Final Validation Reports and attest assessment completion in CMS QIES prior to billing
Day to day
review CMS reports for late assessments and develop prevention systemsReview CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrence
Day to day
attend Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetingsAttend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request
Day to day
perform staff nurse functions as requiredPerform functions of a staff nurse as required
Day to day
assist in patient evacuationAssist in the evacuation of patients
The RN MDS Coordinator coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate and timely interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CAAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure
Requirements
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
Two (2) years’ nursing experience. Geriatric nursing experience preferred.
CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Job
Requirements
Advanced knowledge in field of practice
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions
Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary, accurate, and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations
Report any changes in a patient’s condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON
Provide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentation
Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan
Review Final Validation Reports and attest that all assessments have been completed and accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing and notify the Business Office when assessments are not ready to bill
Review CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrence
Attend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request
Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
