mds coordinator - , MS, United States - Manhattan Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC

Description

Manhattan Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC in Jackson, MS is seeking a MDS Nurse.

This position requires an understanding of the MDS rules and regulations as described in the MDS User's Manual, including item coding, RAPS, CAA's, Care Planning, and etc.

The MDS Nurse is responsible for the timely and accurate completion of the Federal and State assessment tools but may also be called upon to perform duties of an RN or LPN, if needed.

This position requires an understanding of the MDS rules and regulations as described in

the MDS User's Manual, including item coding, RAPS, CAA's, Care Planning,

electronic submission, scheduling, PPS including knowledge of MDS submission

process, final validation reports, and an understanding of Medicare rules and regulations

including coverage, benefit periods, certification, 30 Day rule.

Essential Duties

• Maintains Tracking Tools for the MDS and Medicare.
• Makes skilled services decisions and initiates Medicare non-coverage letters and

expedited determination notices.

• Provides nursing care, as needed, in accordance with Resident Care Policies and
• Procedures and maintains the safety and well-being of the residents.
• Acts appropriately under the direction of the assigned supervisor and acts as an active

member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT).

• Attends meeting of supervisory and administrative staff, as applicable. Participates

actively on the Quality Assurance Team (QA).

• Completes assigned sections of MDS assessments for nursing.
• Participates in planning and adjustment of Medicare assessment scheduling.
• Coordinates the IDT to accomplish timely completion of assignments, Care Plans,

and CAA summaries.

• Assists and teaches the Care Planning process to nurses and other members of the

team including ADL training.

Standard Requirements

• Adheres to:

a. Confidentiality of all data, including resident, employee and operations

data.

b. HIPAA regulations

c. Quality Assurance requirements and compliance with regulatory

requirements.

d. Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment

free from sexual harassment and illegal and discriminatory behavior.

e. Code of Conduct

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid Overtime
• Biweekly Pay
• Health, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401-K retirement plan
• Employment Advancements

Qualifications

Graduate of an approved school of nursing; current nursing license

to practice as an RN or LPN in the state. Knowledge of state specific MCD Case Mix,

coding guidelines, and State MCD audits, if applicable. Must have current CPR

certification.

Qualified candidates must be COVID-19 vaccinated or willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.