RN MDS Coordinator

Requirements: This is a Lead Position RN-MDS Coordinator RN-License (Current) RAC-CT Certified Mininmum 5 years expierence preferred Job Summary: Assures that every resident has a completed MDS assessment and care plan completed timely in accordance with state and federal regulations and assures the safety of residents.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Review all new admission for necessary care plan needs and supportive diagnosis.
Ensure new admission assessment forms and admission data including but not limited to PASSR, 3008, ICD-10 codes, and initial care plans are completed and accurate.
Review payer status for proper MDS scheduling dates.
Work in conjunction with interdisciplinary team to determine best assessment dates for reimbursement.
Complete assigned sections of MDS timely.
Ensure/supervise timely completion of MDS sections by disciplines including opening of appropriate assessment.
Participate and oversee evaluation of resident care plan needs utilizing CAAs.
Develop comprehensive resident care plans utilizing a multi-discipline approach.
Lead the weekly utilization review meeting in coordination with team.
Review and update CNA care plans per RAI manual.
Conduct daily concurrent review of all new orders or interventions to ensure accurate resident care plans Maintain a system to ensure that all MDS’s are completed timely.
Schedule resident care plan meetings and encourage resident and family participation.
Participate in facility staffing on a designated schedule as needed.
Ensure nursing completion of quarterly review of Fall Risk, Pressure ulcer risk, elopement risk, Pain and other routine evaluations as indicated.
Facilitate monthly triple check meeting and ensure accuracy of facility data for billing.
Monitor appropriate clinical intervention relating to potential Change of Therapy or End of Therapy.
Attend monthly CQI data as needed in support of long term care plan coordinator.
Assure resident safety at all times.