MDS Specialist
4 months ago
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
The team is looking for a RN to work as a MDS Specialist to work full time days, supporting two of our Skilled Nursing facilities
At Eddy Village Green, our goal is to provide the highest possible quality of life to residents with Alzheimer's disease and other types of memory loss. We want to be sure that every day is filled with moments that matter - moments of genuine pleasure, moments of genuine purpose and moments of genuine peace.
As a member of our caring, compassionate health care team the RN MDS Specialist/Coordinator will enjoy:
Tuition assistance
Hourly position - eligible for great shift differentials
Multiple units providing long term care, memory care and/or med surg rehabilitation care
Non-direct care role, but still get to be around residents
Great co-workers
Supportive work environment and thorough orientation
Friendly and welcoming work atmosphere
Easy commute from Troy, East Greenbush, Colonie and Latham
Shadow experiences for those interested in getting additional insight on this rewarding opportunity
The RN MDS Coordinator will be responsible for, but not limited to:
Oversee all aspects of Medicare requirements and MFD coordination
Responsible for ensuring that the MDS is submitted timely and accurately reflects the services provided
Work with others to coordinate communication among all clinical staff
Coordinates Medicare PDPM, PPS and OBRA care plan schedules for the facility
Work collaboratively with facility MDS RN Specialist and SPHP MDS Team
Responsible for ensuring completion of required documentation for Medicare residents (admission through discharge)
Monitor MDS data and other documentation for accuracy
Participate in determining Medicare Part A eligibility and other MDS considerations
Act as a MDS/PPS resource to the interdisciplinary team
Performs electronic submission of the facility-wide MDS information timely to the state of New York
Actively participates in resident care planning providing CAAs reports to the nurse managers
Enters and maintains residents' ICD-10 codes in database, coordinating with medical records for updating face sheets
Minimum Requirements:
Valid NYS RN license
Associate's degree in nursing
Current CPR and BLS or achieve with onsite training
MDS Certification or must achieve within designated time period with the site's assistance in obtaining
Preferred Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in nursing
RAC-CT Certification preferred
2+ years of experience as a RN in a skilled nursing facility or 5 + years in a direct care role (LPN, C.N.A)
3+ years of experience as a MDS coordinator
Pay Range:$34.50 - $47.95
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
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