The MDS Coordinator - RN is responsible for managing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment process within a healthcare, long-term care, or skilled nursing facility. This role ensures accurate and timely assessments of residents' health and care needs, while also collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans. The MDS Coordinator - RN is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance and optimizing reimbursement through accurate MDS data submissions.

Key Responsibilities:

MDS Assessment Coordination:

Coordinate the completion and submission of all MDS assessments in accordance with federal and state regulations, ensuring compliance with timelines for initial, quarterly, annual, and significant change assessments.
Oversee the accurate and timely data entry of MDS assessments into the facility's electronic health records (EHR) system.
Review, validate, and monitor MDS data for accuracy and completeness before submission to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Care Planning:

Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including nursing, therapy, dietary, and social services, to create individualized care plans based on MDS assessments.
Actively participate in care plan meetings, ensuring that care plans reflect residents' needs, preferences, and medical conditions.
Ensure care plans are updated regularly to reflect changes in resident conditions and are implemented effectively by the care team.

Regulatory Compliance:

Maintain knowledge of current federal and state regulations regarding MDS, Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI), and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement.
Ensure the facility remains compliant with all MDS-related regulations, and that timely and accurate submissions are made to CMS.
Address any deficiencies identified through audits or surveys related to MDS assessments and documentation.

Resident and Family Communication:

Serve as a point of contact for residents and their families regarding MDS assessments, care planning, and overall resident care.
Provide education and support to residents and families to ensure they understand the MDS process and how care plans are developed and updated.
Address any concerns raised by residents or their families about their care plans or the MDS process.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration:

Work closely with nursing, therapy, and other clinical teams to ensure accurate documentation and assessments of resident care needs.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to review resident progress and make necessary adjustments to care plans.
Communicate effectively with the billing and finance departments to ensure MDS data is accurately reflected for reimbursement purposes.

Quality Improvement:

Monitor and analyze MDS data to identify trends, improve resident outcomes, and ensure the facility meets quality standards.
Contribute to the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives based on MDS outcomes and resident care data.
Participate in internal and external audits related to MDS assessments and quality of care.
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an active RN license.
Licensure: Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical nursing experience, with at least 1 year in long-term care or skilled nursing. Previous experience in MDS coordination is preferred.
Skills:
Strong clinical assessment and nursing skills.
In-depth knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI guidelines, and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement processes.
Excellent organizational, time-management, and documentation skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to work effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems (PCC preferred) and MDS software.

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