MDS Coordinator

Careers at Ciena Healthcare

**About Us**

At Ciena Healthcare, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care to our residents. Our team of skilled professionals is committed to delivering high-quality services that meet the unique needs of each individual.

**Job Summary**

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced MDS Coordinator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, conducting assessments, and coordinating care plans for our residents.

**Responsibilities**

* Complete the MDS, CAA's, and care plans within regulated time frames
* Coordinate scheduling the RAI process with the interdisciplinary team
* Assess residents through physical assessment, interview, and chart review
* Discuss resident care needs with caregivers, including physician, nursing, social services, therapy, dietary, and activity staff
* Review information from hospital, consults, and outside agencies and use such information in the completion of the assessment and care planning
* Coordinate, identifies, and/or initiates significant change MDS'
* Is prepared to conduct PPS meetings maintaining MDS assessments per Medicare schedule and maintains PPS board for monitoring of Medicare days and RUGs utilization in the absence of the Care Management Coordinator
* Remain current with American Association of Nursing Assessment Coordinators (AANAC) requirements

**Qualifications**

* Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure
* AANC certification a plus. RAC-CT
* Knowledge of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, including the principles the Prospective Payment Process (PPS) strongly preferred
* Experience as an MDS Nurse

**Why Work with Us**

At Ciena Healthcare, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including comprehensive health insurance, 401K with matching funds, DailyPay, paid time off, and flexible scheduling. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment that values communication and collaboration.

**Equal Employment Opportunity**

Ciena Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.