MDS Coordinator - RN

MDS COORDINATOR – REGISTERED NURSE – FULL TIME

Connecticut Baptist Homes, Inc. 292 Thorpe Avenue Meriden, CT 06450

Job type

• Full Time

Shift and schedule

• Day Shift

Medical specialty

• Geriatrics

Work setting

• Skilled Nursing Facility

WHO ARE WE

Connecticut Baptist Homes, Inc. is a 60-bed skilled nursing, faith based, not for profit facility affiliated with the American Baptist Churches of Connecticut. We are unique in that we are a provider of long term care services. While many of our long term residents receive services under Medicare Part A and B, we do not accept short term admissions. At Connecticut Baptist Homes, Inc., we recognize the value of every person and are guided by our commitment to excellence and quality. Our mission is to provide compassionate and affordable healthcare and housing to seniors within our continuum of care. While we participate in the traditional Medicare program, we do not have agreements with Managed Care, streamlining the efforts of the MDS coordinator.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities of the MDS Coordinator - (RN) Registered Nurse:

As the MDS Coordinator you will collaborate with members of our health care team to assist our residents in achieving established outcomes of care. In this key role, you will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the MDS (Minimum Data Set) process to ensure accurate and timely assessments of residents. You will work closely with our interdisciplinary team, including our Medical Director, APRN, therapists, and social worker, to develop individualized plans of care.

Come and join our team and develop relationships with our residents and families. If you have a passion for your work and desire to make a meaningful difference in caring for older people as part of an organization committed to its mission, we invite interested candidates to email their resumes to us today for consideration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct and coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessment (MDS) in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the resident assessment, including the implementation of RAPs and Triggers. Using Point Click Care you will be responsible for electronically transmitting all data to the State in accordance with HCFA and State of Connecticut laws.
• Develop preliminary and comprehensive MDS assessments of the nursing needs of each resident
• Adhere to a timetable of MDS assessments required for our Medicare residents.
• Completes assessments, Minimum Data Set (MDS) and care plans for 60 long term residents
• Monitors completion of MDS’s by other disciplines within timeframes prescribed by regulatory guidelines
• Monitor and track resident progress to ensure quality care is delivered and documentation is maintained.
• Provide education and guidance to staff regarding MDS processes and documentation standards.
• Advises supervisor of incomplete and/or untimely assessments by disciplines other than nursing.
• Initiates care plans and supporting activities that will result in the best possible outcome for assigned residents.
• Generates and distributes monthly care plan calendar for the following month.

· Participate in care conferences, quality assurance meetings, and other team-based activities.

· Review and update resident data as needed, ensuring that all required information is properly documented.

· Monitor for changes in residents’ conditions and communicate necessary adjustments to care plans.

• Gather data and complete Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) in an accurate and timely manner.
• Effectively communicate with the DNS of any issues or concerns regarding completion of the MDS/Care plan and concerns regarding direct resident care.
• Complete Medicare appeals
• Manage Myers and Stauffer reviews
• Ability to receive consultation from reimbursement consultant

EXPERIENCE

· Previous experience with MDS assessments and care planning is required. In-depth knowledge of federal and state regulations governing skilled nursing facilities.

· Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize tasks.

· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong clinical assessment skills.
• The ability to make independent decisions regularly.
• Effective interpersonal skills, enabling you to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, residents and families
• Knowledge of Point Click Care preferred
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Proven decision-making and analytical abilities.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language clearly
• Must be able to relate to older people in a dignified manner and build a relationship with residents that are positive and supportive.
• Working knowledge of computers and ability to learn and utilize electronic documentation.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability with strong teamwork willingness and aptitude.

LICENSE

Valid State of Connecticut license as Registered Nurse.

BENEFITS

All employees receive:

• Paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement Plan - 403B - with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 4% of salary after one year
• Referral Program

Our 30-hour employees also receive:

• Comprehensive medical, vision and dental plans. CBH shares in the cost of this coverage
• Health Savings Account contributions
• Company provided life insurance as well as options for additional voluntary life insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability, Accidental Death and Dismemberment

SCHEDULE

• Full Time, Days
• On Call Coverage shared with nursing leadership team

WORK LOCATION

• Connecticut Baptist Homes, Inc. 292 Thorpe Avenue, Meriden CT

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates may email a resume or letter of interest.

CBH is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran or active military status, alienage or citizenship status, arrest or conviction record, credit history, salary history, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or partnership status, familial status, unemployment status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or any other status protected by applicable law. We are an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. We are an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. We are an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Experience:

• Nursing Long term care: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• State of CT Nursing License (Required)

Work Location: In person