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MDS Coordinator
The Legacy at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is looking for a talented and hard-working MDS Coordinator to join our ever-growing team. Today, under new ownership, we are creating an inimitable, revitalizing Rehabilitation Environment to provide the short term patient with a luxurious, five-star experience that meets and exceeds all expectations.
Job Description:
- Oversee accurate and thorough completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS), Care Area Assesstments and Care Plans in accordance with current Federal and State regulations and guidelines that govern the process
- Acts as an in-house Case Manager demonstrating detailed knowledge of residents health status, critical thinking skills to develop an appropriate care pathway and timely communication of needed information to the resident, family, and other health care professionals and third party payers.
- Utilize critical thinking skills and collaborates with therapy staff to select the correct reason for assessment and Assessment Reference Date (ARD). Captures the RUG score which reflects the care and services provided.
- Demonstrates an understanding of MDS requirements related to varied payers including Medicare, Managed Care and Medicaid.
- Ensures timely electronic submission of all Minimum Data Sets to the state data base. Reviews state validation reports and ensures that appropriate follow-up action is taken
- Analyzes QI/QM data in conjunction with The Director of Nursing Services to identify trends on a monthly basis
- Responsible for timely and accurate completion of Utilization Review and Triple Check
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Registered Nurse with current, active license in the sate of Florida
- Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a long term care setting
- Prior experience as an MDS coordinator
Benefits Offered:
- Competitive Salary
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401k
Hours:
- Full Time
Facility Location: 6363 Verde Trail Boca Raton, FL 33433
The Legacy at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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