MDS Assessment RN

Cypress Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced MDS (Minimum Data Set) Coordinator. Oversee the coordination and participate in the completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument (MDS, CAA's and Care Plan) in accordance with current Federal and State Regulations. Assist in completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument with the Interdisciplinary Team.

Notify all Interdisciplinary Team members of the MDS Assessment schedule for all payer sources and any changes related to payer source. Lead weekly Medicare utilization meetings, and month end meetings to assure federal billing requirements are met. Information to complete the MDS is to be collected using the medical record, bedside assessment, and staff, resident and/or family interviews.

Develop and monitor a system to verify that all Interdisciplinary Team members have completed, dated, and signed the assessments according the Federal Regulations. Observe direct nursing care, review documentation and make appropriate recommendations, assist with chart audits.