What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN MDS Coordinator position at The Laurels of Middletown?
Are you an experienced MDS nurse looking to take your career to the next level? As an MDS Coordinator, you will oversee the RAI process and conduct assessments and care plan coordination for our guests.
The Laurels of Middletown offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
- 401K with matching funds
- DailyPay: a voluntary benefit allowing associates to access their pay when needed
- Paid time off (after six months of employment) and paid holidays
- Flexible scheduling
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness
- Free CNA/STNA certification
- Zero-cost uniforms
- Legacy: our virtual community and rewards program
At Laurel Health Care Company, you will join an experienced team that values communication and collaboration.
Help shape the future of healthcare by joining us.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete MDS, CAA's, and care plans within regulated time frames
- Coordinate RAI process scheduling with the interdisciplinary team
- Assess residents through physical examination, interview, and chart review
- Discuss resident care needs with caregivers, including physicians, nurses, social services, therapy, dietary, and activity staff
- Review information from hospitals, consults, and outside agencies, incorporating it into assessment and care planning
- Identify and initiate significant changes to MDS
- Conduct PPS meetings, maintaining MDS assessments per Medicare schedule, and monitor Medicare days and RUGs utilization in the absence of the Care Management Coordinator
- Stay current with American Association of Nursing Assessment Coordinators (AANAC) requirements
Required Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure
- AANC certification (RAC-CT) preferred
- Familiarity with the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process and Prospective Payment Process (PPS) principles
- Experience as an MDS Nurse
Laurel Health Care Company is a national provider of skilled nursing, subacute, rehabilitative, and assisted living services dedicated to delivering exceptional care.
We serve our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence, recognizing each person's unique needs and circumstances. If you share our commitment to improving lives and working collaboratively with others, we encourage you to explore this opportunity.
