MDS Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN) - Med Surg
Company: Life Care Centers of America
Location: Littleton
Posted on: May 20, 2023
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Job Description:
MDS Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)Wage Scale: $38.00 -
$43.00
Living life well is the passion of Life Care Center of Littleton
and we have a lot to be proud of! Our CMS 4 Star facility boasts
numerous accolades, including Excellent Customer Satisfaction
Scores and Excellent Survey results. In addition, we are the
recipients of the 2018 Silver - Achievement in Quality Award from
the American Health Care Association, and we were named the
2018-2019 U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Home for Short-Term
Rehab.
We are proud to have a great staff and an amazing Executive
Director that fosters an environment of trust, caring and fun. We
are a family and all of us share a passion for Life Care Center of
Littleton.
Position Summary
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.
* CRN C Certification (clinical compliance)
* 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
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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