MDS Coordinator

Company: LeaderStat
Location: West Des Moines
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

Stylish--Senior Living community with full range of care from independent living to assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing in the West Des Moines, Iowa area needs a-- Registered Nurse (RN in IA)-- for their MDS Coordinator role in their highly rated-- SNF . This organization develops positive relationships with residents, their families and the whole staff too. Encouraging one another and supporting each other's success through mentoring is the name of the game. When you arrive as the new MDS Coordinator here, expect a great welcome and for your training to be top notch. What is an MDS Coordinator? Those in MDS coordinator jobs are ultimately responsible for adequately assessing nursing home residents' needs, and coordinating personalized, resident-driven care based on those assessments. MDS Coordinator Job Description The MDS (Minimum Data Set) is gathered via the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, which assesses a resident's behavioral, psychological, clinical, nutritional, and physical strengths and needs to create an individualized cared plan that considers the resident holistically. The MDS Coordinator then works with nursing, PT, nutrition, etc., to ensure care plan guidelines for each resident are followed, and compliant with ethical standards and Medicare requirements. MDS is also the key driver for Medicare payment and many Medicaid reimbursement systems, and is especially critical for long-term care providers. Care payment level categories, or Resource Utilization Groups (RUGs) are determined by MDS assessments. Small adjustments in the case mix score can result in a significant increase (or decrease) in revenue for which the facility is entitled. MDS Coordinators are responsible for setting RUG levels for each resident and ensuring the facility is getting accurate, and maximum, reimbursement. MDS Coordinator Requirements: This MDS Coordinator--must be Registered Nurse--(RN) that has--received on-the-job training, or completed an MDS-training program. Candidates must be familiar with MDS 3.0, and have an in-depth working knowledge of the RAI user manual and RUG categories. Attention to detail is a must as there are dozens of RUG categories. Even small inaccuracies can result in significant reimbursement deficits. Candidates must have knowledge of current Iowa state, federal, and CMS regulations, and be able to relate professionally, positively, and cooperatively with staff, residents and family members. Ideal candidates will enjoy:

• The backing of a regional provider that is financially stable
• Being a part of a truly supportive team
• Earning competitive salary and generous benefits
• Having future potential career growth opportunities Ideal candidates will bring:
• Iowa Registered Nurse (RN) license
• 3-5 years of experience as an MDS Coordinator in a--Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
• A gift for clear communication
• A warm heart for working with seniors and their families
• Solid understanding of PDPM
• Detail orientation
• Knowledge of Infection Prevention (IP) would be a plus
• AANAC RAC-CT MDS 3.0 Certification a--plus
• Fundamental kindness If this description sounds like you in a nutshell,--apply today! Email your resume today for immediate consideration: mkoch@leaderstat.com Or if you have questions, please call Michelle Koch, Executive Search Consultant, at 480-991-0218 x303. LeaderStat is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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