MDS Nurse - Leeds, United States - NORTHAMPTON MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS INC

Description

Job Description

• Administers the Medicare program appropriately.
• Assess eligibility of residents.
• Review Medicare charts to determine coverage, communication on aspects of care to staff for documentation.
• Provide information as requested to Medicare intermediate, Mass Pro, or other insurance providers.
• Complete PRI's when requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or designee.

Requirements:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved nursing program in Massachusetts.
• Must have good working knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a nurse in Massachusetts.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, & be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $ $48.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Required)