What are the responsibilities and job description for the MDS Coordinator position at Notting Hill of West Bloomfield?
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About this Role
The MDS Coordinator plays a vital role in overseeing the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, conducting assessments and care plan coordination to ensure our guests receive high-quality care.
As an MDS Coordinator, you will supervise the Care Management Nurse and MDS Nurse, ensuring seamless communication and strong teamwork among our experienced staff.
Responsibilities
- Complete accurate and timely MDS assessments, CAA's, and care plans within regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate the RAI process with the interdisciplinary team, ensuring effective scheduling and communication.
- Assess residents through physical evaluations, interviews, and chart reviews, gathering essential information for care planning.
- Collaborate with caregivers, including physicians, nurses, social services, therapy, dietary, and activity staff, to discuss resident care needs and develop personalized plans.
- Review hospital information, consults, and outside agency data, integrating this knowledge into assessment and care planning processes.
- Identify and initiate significant changes to MDS assessments as needed, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
- Conduct PPS meetings, maintaining MDS assessments according to Medicare schedules and monitoring Medicare days and RUGs utilization in the absence of the Care Management Coordinator.
- Stay current with American Association of Nursing Assessment Coordinators (AANAC) requirements, demonstrating expertise in RAI process and PPS principles.
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
- AANC certification is a plus, with RAC-CT credentials strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, including the principles of Prospective Payment Process (PPS), is highly desirable.
- Experience as an MDS Nurse is essential for success in this role.
About Ciena Healthcare
Ciena Healthcare is Michigan's largest provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation care services, dedicated to serving our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence. We believe every individual deserves our best care each day, and we're passionate about improving the lives of those around us. If you share our commitment to exceptional care and collaboration, Ciena is the ideal place for you.
