About Us:

Sunny Acres Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation has been a beacon of care and compassion since 1948. With a rich history of serving the community of Chelmsford, MA, we pride ourselves on offering a nurturing environment for both our residents and staff. We are currently seeking an MDS Coordinator with PDPM experience to join our vibrant team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Current RN or LPN license in MA with previous experience in MDS/PDPM (2 years or more)

• Facilitates weekly skilled Medicare meetings and provides clear communication regarding skilled coverage criteria
• Transmits MDS to CMS and follows up to validate any errors or messages revealed on final validation reports
• Completes PDPM/MDS assessments within regulatory time frames including CAAs
• Participates and reviews invoices as indicated for skilled patients under consolidated billing
• Maintains a current PDPM schedule while setting all PDPM MDS ARDs within time frames in the MDS software program
• Completes MDS accuracy/PDPM reviews with required software/process in a timely manor
• Participate in Triple check/Compliance reviews

• Monitor skilled documentation for potential opportunities/changes
• Maintains and follows a schedule of due dates for all MDS.
• Coordinates the completion of the MDS by all disciplines.
• Reviews the MDS data for accuracy and meets with appropriate staff as needed to assure accuracy.
• Finalizes and transmits the MDSs per RAI requirements
• Complete Medicare Physician Certification and monitors compliance with CMS Medicare guidelines
• Verifies that assessments have been transmitted and approved by the State in a timely manner.
• Corrects any rejected records and prepares them for re-submission.
• Completes CAAs according to state guidelines.

• Previous experience in a hospital, long-term facility, or other healthcare related facility.
• Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and medical practices and procedures and laws, regulations and guidelines governing long-term care.
• Computer skills-Windows applications, computer experience Accu Med experience preferred.
• Previous experience in completing MDS/PDPM is required.
• Can work independently
• Flexible with schedule for month end close
• Detail oriented and able to accurately and timely complete assessments.

• Work with a great team who's committed to your success and growth

• Paid lunch
• Weekly pay
• Paid Vacation and PTO
• Health, Dental, and Vision plus secondary benefit plan options
• 401K plus match