What are the responsibilities and job description for the MDS Coordinator position at The Manor of Farmington Hills?
Enhance Your Nursing Career as an MDS Coordinator
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced MDS Nurse to take on a challenging role in our team. As an MDS Coordinator, you will oversee the RAI process and conduct assessments and care plan coordination for our guests.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete the Minimum Data Set (MDS), Care Area Assessments (CAAs), and care plans within regulated time frames.
- Coordinate scheduling of the RAI process with the interdisciplinary team.
- Assess residents through physical assessment, interview, and chart review.
- Discuss resident care needs with caregivers, including physicians, nurses, social services, therapy, dietary, and activity staff.
- Review information from hospitals, consultants, and outside agencies, incorporating it into the assessment and care planning process.
- Identify and/or initiate significant changes to MDS records.
- Conduct PPS meetings and maintain accurate tracking of Medicare days and RUGs utilization.
- Stay current with American Association of Nursing Assessment Coordinators (AANAC) requirements.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure.
- AANC certification is desirable; RAC-CT certification is also preferred.
- Strong knowledge of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, particularly the principles behind the Prospective Payment Process (PPS).
- Experience working as an MDS Nurse.
About Ciena Healthcare
Ciena Healthcare is Michigan's largest provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation care services. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, high-quality care that meets the unique needs of each individual. If you share our passion for improving lives and work well with others who do the same, we invite you to join our team.
