MDS Coordinator

Job purpose

The MDS coordinator is responsible for ensuring the completion of the MDS (minimum data set) assessment and transmission of the assessments to the Center for Medicare and Medicaid services. They utilize the data collected to develop a comprehensive care plan that addresses the emotional, physical and mental abilities of each patient. The plan is formulated in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and the family and resident to provide goals for the resident’s safety, long-term and short-term health. Other responsibilities include creating reports for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services using the minimum data set system.

Duties and responsibilities

The following is a general list of key job duties and responsibilities in your position. The list is not to be considered all-inclusive and you will be required to perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned by an authorized supervisor.

· Comply with the Facility’s personnel, safety, and corporate policies and procedures.

· Comply with the nursing department’s policies and procedures.

· Report witnessed or reported allegations of resident abuse/neglect immediately to the Administrator, Director of Nursing or Unit Manager.

· Treat residents, family members, visitors, and team members with respect and dignity.

· Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and family information.

· Report to work on time and as scheduled.

· Conduct initial and periodic comprehensive, accurate and standardized assessments of each resident.

· Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc., as necessary.

· Develop, implement, and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the resident assessment/care plans.

· Ensure that a comprehensive care plan is completed within twenty-one days of the resident's admission.

· Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.

· Lead the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team in developing a comprehensive resident assessment and care plan for each resident; including measurable objectives and time tables to meet resident’s medical, nursing, mental and psychological well-being.

· Participate in functions involving discharge plans as may be necessary.

· Maintain an effective, friendly working relationship with health professionals, physicians, consultants, and governmental agencies that may be involved in the resident assessment/care plan functions of the facility.

· Conduct or coordinate the interviewing of each resident for the resident's assessment.

· Develop and implement procedures with the Director of Nursing Services to inform all assessment team members of the arrival of newly admitted residents.

· Coordinate the development of a written plan of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems/needs of the resident, indicates the care to be given, goals to be accomplished, and which professional service is responsible for each element of care.

· Ensure that quarterly and annual resident assessments and care plan reviews are made on a timely basis.

· Ensure that a complete resident assessment is conducted within fourteen days of a significant change in the resident's condition.

· Ensure that each portion of the assessment is signed and dated by the person who completed that portion of the MDS.

· Sign and date the assessment instrument to certify its completion.

· Ensure that medical and nursing care is administered in accordance with the resident's wishes, including the implementation of advance directives and discussion of advanced directives quarterly.

· Ensure that resident interviews are conducted in private.

· Ensure that the facility's policies and procedures governing advance directives are reviewed with the resident and/or representative.

· Review any complaints or grievances made by residents regarding the resident assessment or care plan.

· Ensure that a written record is made of any resident's complaints or grievances per the Grievance Policy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $27