MDS Coordinator

Andrew Residence is currently hiring a full-time MDS Coordinator (RN) to join our team

Are you looking to make a positive contribution to the lives of people living with mental illness and have an established, predictable schedule (free from mandatory overtime)? Work at Andrew Residence with our dynamic cross-functional team of mental health professionals including clinical social workers, nurses, and therapeutic recreation specialists.

Current MDS Coordinator (RN) Openings:

• Full-time FTE), Day shift (~8:00 AM - 4:30 PM) *Will include monthly/every 4th weekend rotation (Saturday & Sunday)

Compensation:

• Full-time MDS Coordinators (RNs) start at $37.68 (with no long term care experience) or $38.68 (with long term care experience), with MDS experience credit up to $40.18/hour.

Benefits:

• Competitive starting salary based on previous nursing experience
• Scheduled increase after 90-days of successful service
• Opportunity to work additional shifts
• Wage differentials for weekend/holiday/evening/night shifts
• 1 Free meal/shift
• Health & vision insurance
• Employer-paid dental insurance & life insurance
• Dependent Care Account (with 20% match of employee contribution)
• Tuition reimbursement program
• 401(k) & Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Primary MDS Coordinator (RN) Responsibilities:

• Complete the Minimum Data Set (MDS) in an accurate and timely fashion upon admission, quarterly, annually, and when significant change has occurred.
• Complete comprehensive evaluations of all MDS-triggered condition utilizing the RAPs (Resident Assessment Protocols).
• Apple the RAI information to each residents' individualized care plan.
• Involve the interdisciplinary team in resident assessment, documentation of findings, analysis of information, and decision-making regarding care planning.
• Provide training and ongoing consultation to Program Managers and other floor staff in documentation for MDS/Case Mix.
• Monitor Quality Indicator Reports and provide ongoing education to direct care staff on quality indicator-related issues.
• Complete initial and annual Health Education/Psychiatric Skills Assessments and program recommendations for each resident.
• Develop the initial Index of Physical/Medical Concerns and to review and update at least quarterly.
• Complete the Urinary Incontinence Assessment and Care Plan when incontinence exists, to re-assess at least annually, and to review the plan of care quarterly.
• Review residents' Individual Program Plan, suggesting needed additions or changes to the Program Manager and to sign each IPP when complete.
• Participate in residents' initial and annual program review meetings and in quarterly review meetings when appropriate.
• Consult and collaborate with floor nurses about resident physical health issues and medical concerns.
• Observe and monitor the effects of psychotropic medications, including completeing the DISCUS assessment and the MOSES assessment every 6-months.
• Report significant side effects and DISCUS scores greater than 5 to the appropriate physician.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current Nursing license in good standing (within state of MN)
• 1 year of experience using MDS 3.0
• BLS Certification
• Proficiency with computer software (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, EHR)
• Ability to contribute to interdisciplinary team framework
• Effective communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Experience working in a long term care facility
• 1 year of work experience as an MDS Coordinator
• Familiarity with RAI

COVID-19 considerations: PPE is provided to all employees and we follow the recommendations from MDH and the CDC. CDC guidelines for COVID-19 vaccination recommend that everyone stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines including booster doses. COVID vaccination for Andrew Residence employees is not required, but is highly encouraged.

WHAT MAKES ANDREW DIFFERENT

Andrew Residence is a residential mental health treatment and nursing facility. Our multi-disciplinary teams serve adults experiencing mental illness and co-occurring disorders. We offer evidence based, collaborative and trauma-informed treatment services that align with an individual's personal goals and needs. In addition to our mental health programming, we provide a broad range of physical health care services by our 24 hour nursing team. Andrew is for those who do not need psychiatric hospitalization and are working to achieve success living independently.

Andrew Residence is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $40.68 per hour

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• RN License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Minneapolis, MN Required)

Work Location: In person