MDS Coordinator

Job Summary

This position is located in the Gallatin Rest Home and is responsible for coordinating and conducting periodic resident assessments, coordinating and or initiating plans of care.

The position reports to the Rest Home Administrator and does not supervise personnel. This is a full-time or part-time position.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the completion of the Minimum Data Set form (MDS) for nursing home resident assessment.
• Reviews individual resident charts for nursing, therapy, physician, and interdisciplinary team (IDT) documentation and assessments.
• Conducts resident interviews and resident testing (e.g., vision, hearing, etc.).
• Conducts staff interviews to collect and compile required information for use in assessments.
• Determines which assessments are required (i.e. 5 day assessment, IPA (optional), or Discharge assessment) based on resident clinical history and CMS Guidelines for the new Patient Driven Payment Model.
• Completes appropriate MDS assessment report for each resident, incorporating all information collected during interviews, chart reviews, and other data collection activities, in addition to interpreting instructions in the MDS manual.
• Completes audits including but not limited to: Pressure Injury Audit- weekly audit which includes looking at and measuring any pressure injuries, updating reports, entering information in EHR, family notifications, occasionally making rounds with Wound Clinic.
• AIMS and Behavior Quarterly Assessments- Due January, April, July and October.
• Meet with Consultant Pharmacist for monthly Pharmacy Review- follow up on report to ensure recommendations are processed.
• Initiates, coordinates and updates resident care area narrative assessments and care plans to ensure compliance with established timelines and guidelines.
• Reviews charts and MDS assessments, conducts staff and resident interviews, and develops preliminary care plans including problem statements, goals, and interventions.
• Forwards preliminary care plans to other care team members and nursing staff for input and approval.
• As part of Medicare Utilization Review coordinates with administration and therapists weekly to review and assess current treatment plans and recommend modifications.
• Coordinates care conferences which includes but is not limited to sending out notices to staff, reviewing EHR for medication questions during conference, completing care conference notes in EHR, etc.
• Reviews medical records for approved admissions and copies appropriate records to be included in resident/patient chart.
• Enters admission orders for new residents/patients. Assesses admission orders for possible contraindications, omissions, irregularities and reports to staff for follow up.
• Reviews pre-admission medical records to determine appropriate ICD-10 codes for active diagnoses and disseminates primary diagnoses information to IDT and ensures they are included in MDS for maximum PDPM payment.

Requirements

• This work requires knowledge of human development, medical terminology, and Medicare and Medicaid payment systems.
• Skill in clinical assessment procedures, and excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail is required.

Education & Experience

The required knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in nursing from a National League of Nursing (NLN) accredited school of nursing, be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Montana, three (3) years of related work experience and/or a RAC- CT (Resident Assessment Coordinator -Certified).

Gallatin County Values

Commitment to Service . Employees meet the needs of constituents in a positive, engaged, respectful manner. We have a clear understanding of why our jobs are important and how we make a difference for our citizens. We are engaged in our work and focused on doing it to the best of our abilities.

Teamwork. Employees attain collective goals by building, maintaining, and leveraging internal and external collaboration. We strive to create a positive working atmosphere by recognizing the strengths of our coworkers and partners and put aside personal differences for the benefit of the organization and the people we serve.

Mutual Respect. Employees are open-minded and willing to listen respectfully to and incorporate alternative opinions to build dynamic solutions. We listen to understand and value everyone for what they contribute.

Innovative . Employees maintain a solution-focused perspective and think creatively to take advantage of opportunities, overcome constraints, and anticipate and address long-term needs.

Effectiveness . Employees accurately and thoroughly complete work to improve outcomes and produce the intended result.

Responsibility . Employees are accountable and fulfill their obligations in an open and transparent manner. We take our obligations seriously, make good decisions, and can be depended upon

Licenses and Certifications :

Applicants for this position must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state of Montana, provide own transportation to conduct out of office job duties (mileage reimbursement provided under the County policy), and to be insurable under the County's liability policies.

As a condition of hire, the final candidate will be required to successfully pass a criminal history check and background investigation.

Please be prepared to attach the following documents when you submit your application materials:

cover letter

resume

three work references.

Gallatin County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment on the basis of merit and qualifications without regard to race, creed, religion, color, or national origin or because of age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex when the reasonable demands of the position do not require an age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex distinction.

Excellent Medical Health Benefits

Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees. The medical health benefits premium is covered for fulltime employees. The County contribution is prorated on hours paid for parttime employees. The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $205.00 per pay period.

Medical deductible is $400 for an individual and $1,000 for a family.

Flexible Benefits Plan

Pretax outofpocket medical expenses and day care expenses.

Supplemental Medical Coverage and voluntary Life Insurance Coverage are offered through Mutual of Omaha.

Public Employees Retirement System and Sheriffs' Retirement System (SRS) are offered through the State of Montana.

Supplemental Retirement Benefits are offered through Nationwide and Empower.

Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, and Holidays are available to eligible County employees.

Paid Parental Leave (PPL) - In recognition of the importance of bonding and care of a newborn child or a child placed for adoption, Gallatin County provides 240 hours of PPL to eligible full-time employees. The hours are pro-rated for part-time employees.

Tuition Assistance - Because we value the professional and personal development of our employees, Gallatin County is proud to offer reimbursement of certain education expenses.

Bilingual Pay - Gallatin County allows for bilingual pay to employees that provide translation services to County departments and offices. The bilingual pay allows for extra compensation to employees that provide this service.