MDS Coordinator
Fordsville
Fordsville, KY 42343
Job details
Job Type
Full-time
Full Job Description DESCRIPTION
REPORTS TO DIRECTOR OF NURSING
POSITION PURPOSE:
Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of the MDS process from admission to discharge. May coordinate information systems operations and education for the clinical department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:
• Works in collaboration with facility team to assess the needs of the resident
• Assists with coordination and management of care management meetings, to include review of resident care and the setting of assessment reference dates
• Complies with federal and state regulations regarding completion and coordination of the MDS process
• Ensures documentation is present in the medical record to support MDS coding
• Maintains current MDS status of assigned residents according to state and federal guidelines
• Supports the tracking system of MDS schedules (time frames and due dates)
• Maintains the frequent and accurate data entry of resident information into appropriate computerized programs
• Completes accurate coding of the MDS with information obtained via medical record review as well as observation ans interview with facility staff, resident and family members
• As required; attends team meetings and other meetings in order to gather information, communicate changes, and maintain and update records
• Continually updating knowledge base related to data entry and computer technology
• As required, may participate in quality assurance activities
• May complete electronic submission of required documentation to required databases and other entities per company policy
• Perform additional duties as assigned
EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS:
RN license within State plus a minimum of two years MDS experience in long term care. LVN or LPN may be considered with exceptional qualifications; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have current AANAC (RAC-CT) certification or obtain it within 90 days of hire.
LOCATION
313 W Main St, Fordsville, KY 42343, USA