MDS Assessor

MDS Assessor

The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at Nesconset is looking for a talented and hard-working MDS Assessor to join our ever-growing team. We are seeking qualified candidates who have experience as an RN and are committed to helping our patients and facilities receive the support they need.

Responsible for the completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument in accordance with federal and state regulations and company policies and procedures. Acts as an in-house case manager by considering all aspects of the resident's care and coordinating services with physicians, families, third-party payers, and facility staff.

MDS Assessor Essential Job Functions

• Oversees accurate and thorough completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS), Care Area Assessments (CAAs), and Care Plans, following current federal and state regulations and guidelines.
• Acts as an in-house Case Manager demonstrating detailed knowledge of the resident's health status, critical thinking skills to develop an appropriate care pathway, and timely communication of needed information to the resident, family, other healthcare professionals, and third-party payers.
• Proactively communicates with the Administrator and Director of Nursing to identify regulatory risks, effectiveness of Facility/Community Systems, clinical trends that impact resident care, and any additional information affecting clinical and operational outcomes.
• Utilizes critical thinking skills and collaborates with therapy staff to select the correct reason for assessment and Assessment Reference Date (ARD). Captures the RUG score reflecting the care and services provided.
• Demonstrates an understanding of MDS requirements related to various payers including Medicare, Managed Care, and Medicaid.
• Ensures timely electronic submission of all Minimum Data Sets to the state database. Reviews state validation reports and ensures appropriate follow-up action.
• Facilitates the Care Management Process engaging the resident, IDT, and family in timely identification and resolution of barriers to discharge for optimal resident outcomes and safe transitions.
• Directly educates or provides company resources to IDT members to ensure knowledge of the RAI process. Provides an overview of the MDS Coordinator and Assessor role to new employees involved with the RAI process. Teach and train new or updated RAI or company processes to interdisciplinary team (IDT) members as needed.
• Analyzes QI/QM data with the Director of Nursing Services to identify trends monthly.
• Responsible for timely and accurate completion of Utilization Review and Triple Check.
• Serves on, participates in, and attends various other Facility/Community committees as required and directed by their supervisor and Administrator.

MDS Assessor Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a current, active license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a long-term care setting.
• Prior experience as an MDS coordinator is a plus.
• Training program available for RN candidates with demonstrated assessment skills.

Salary: Up to $55 an hour (Based on experience).

An Equal Opportunity Employer.