What are the responsibilities and job description for the MDS Nurse position at Optalis Healthcare?
Job Title: MDS Nurse Location: Sterling Heights - 38200 Schoenherr Rd., Sterling Heights, MI, 48312 Job Type: Part-time Job Description: We are seeking a skilled MDS Nurse to join our team. The MDS Nurse will be responsible for scheduling and completing MDS Assessments per RAI following State and Federal guidelines. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and be able to work collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary Team. Responsibilities: - Schedule completion of MDS Assessments per RAI following State and Federal guidelines.
- Notify Interdisciplinary Team members with distribution of schedules showing dates of assessment schedules. - Assist in completion of MDS Assessments as needed. - Supervise the completion of the MDS by the Interdisciplinary Team. - Modify assessment schedule to ensure appropriate PDPM score for each individual resident.
- Screen each Minimum Data Set (MDS) for accuracy before finalizing, locking, and signing. - Transmit MDS data to the state weekly or as needed. - Track Validation Reports, Monthly and Quarterly Reports from the state. - Medicare Review and Coverage.
- Actively interact with the Interdisciplinary Team in daily conference to evaluate each resident’s status and needs relative to Medicare skilled coverage and potential for PDPM category changes. - Assist Interdisciplinary staff with Medicare review via chart audit in order to ensure that change of condition RAIs are initiated when appropriate and documentation reflects the need for the care and services the resident receives. - Participate in Interdisciplinary meetings for Medicare coverage and determination to discontinue when resident no longer meets criteria. Requirements: - Active nursing license in the state of Michigan.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in MDS assessment and Medicare coverage. - Knowledge of State and Federal guidelines for MDS assessments. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary Team.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy. - Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks. - Proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic medical records. If you meet the above requirements and are passionate about providing quality care to residents, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
