MDS Coordinator RN

*Class Title:* _*MDS COORDINATOR/Medical Records*_ Be one of the first applicants, read the complete overview of the role below, then send your application for consideration. *Department:* Nursing *Immediate Supervisor:* Director of Nursing *FLSA:* Full-time, Non-exempt _*GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: *_ Responsible for conducting and coordinating the completion of the resident comprehensive assessment which includes the Minimum Data Set (MDS) and the electronic transmission of data to the state of Missouri. The coordination of appropriate participating health professionals for the purpose of conducting initial and periodical comprehensive, accurate assessments of each resident to plan care that allows the resident to reach his/her highest possible of physical and mental and psychosocial functioning. _*DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:*_ *Education:* Must be a Registered Nurse in good standing with the state of Missouri and must maintain a current registration in the state throughout employment. *Experience: *Must have at a minimum two years of experience in a long-term care facility, hospital or other related health care facility. Must have knowledge of current federal and state requirements for assessing residents and developing care plans. *Competency:* To perform the job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following competencies: organization skills; analytical; problem solving; customer service; oral communication; written communication; quality management; judgment; planning and organizing; professionalism; quality; safety and security; attendance and punctuality; and dependability. *Qualifications: * * Comprehensive knowledge of modern nursing techniques, routines and methods as applied to skilled care and of state and federal resident care regulations. * Ability to make independent decisions on a regular basis. * Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long term care. * Ability to encourage a proper professional attitude among the members of the nursing staff. * Ability to prepare accurate and detailed records and reports. * Ability to effectively present information to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. * Experience with personal computers. _*ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*_ * RAI (Resident Assessment Instrument) preparation: schedules completion of RAI following federal and state guidelines; assists in completion of RAI as needed; screens each MDS for accuracy before finalizing; transmit RAI data to the state of Missouri; place copy of completed and signed MDS in resident record; completes transmit discharge tracking form; place copy of discharge tracking form in resident record; and review facility RUG reports and correct if errors in possible. * Sends RUG scores to the state of Missouri. * Completion of CAA’s (Care Area Assessment) and summaries. * Evaluates all patients to establish appropriateness of admission and continued stay. Makes recommendations for care needs, notifies/communicates with physicians concerning patient care needs. * Works collaboratively with Social Services Department and other departments as needed to achieve discharge plan. * Monitors procedures/tests ordered for appropriateness/necessity. * Oversees complex continuity of care planning including facilitating care plan meetings as needed. _*REQUIREMENTS:*_ To comply with the Americans with Disability Act of 1990 (ADA), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, it is necessary to specify the physical, mental and environmental conditions of the Essential Duties of the job. Use these codes to complete this section: “F” for frequently; “O” for occasionally; “N” for not at all. *PHYSICAL -* On the job the employee must: (O) Bend (F) Sit (O) Squat (F) Stand (N) Crawl (F) Walk (N) Climb (O) Push/Pull (N) Kneel (O) Handle objects (manual dexterity) (O) Reach above should level (F) Use fine finger movements Must carry/lift loads of: (O) Light (up to 25 pounds) (N) Moderate (25-50 pounds) (N) Heavy (over 50 pounds) *MENTAL –* On the job the employee must be able to: (F) Read/comprehend (F) Write (F) Perform calculations (F) Communicate orally (F) Reason and analyze (F) Other work with disorientated, confused or otherwise handicapped residents *ENVIRONMENTAL –* On the job the employee: (O) Is exposed to excessive noise (N) Is around moving machinery (N) Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity (O) Is exposed to dust, fumes, gases, radiation, microwave (underline) (N) Drives motorized equipment (F) Works in confined quarters (F) Other is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, including TB and the AIDS, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A viruses and COVID-19 (G) Is subject to compliance to all COVID-19 protocol, including required masking and vaccine mandates. _*SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:*_ (Licenses, certificates, credentials, altered work schedules, travel, etc.) Employee must possess a certificate as a Registered Nurse issued by the state of Missouri. Occasional overnight stays are required to attend and participate in continuing education programs. Work schedules may be altered to accommodate resident’s needs. _*SUPERVISION:*_ The MDS Coordinator reports to and receives supervision from the Director of Nursing. The MDS Coordinator will also receive direction from the following: * Vice President of Patient Cares: regarding patient cares. _*SELECTION GUIDELINES:*_ Formal application; rating of education and experience; oral interview; reference check; and criminal background check. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer, Willow Health Care, Inc. dba Copper Rock and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer, Willow Health Care, Inc. dba Copper Rock and requirements of the job change. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Medical Specialty: * Geriatrics Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday License/Certification: * RN (Required) Work Location: In person