What are the responsibilities and job description for the MDS Coordinator position at Unity Health and Rehabilitation Center?
UNITY HEALTH AND REHAB, A 285 BED SKILLED NURSING FACILITY LOCATED IN MIAMI, FL., is seeking an experienced MDS COORDINATOR TO JOIN THE TEAM.
This is a full time position.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision benefits, 401k, paid vacation, holiday, and PTO.
Position Description
As the MDS Coordinator, you will conduct and coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessments in accordance with the requirements of this state and policies and goals of the facility.
Responsibilities of the MDS Coordinator:
- Oversee the coordination and participate in the completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument (MDS, CAA’s and Care Plan) in accordance with current Federal and State Regulations.
- Assist in completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument with the Interdisciplinary Team.
- Notify all Interdisciplinary Team members of the MDS Assessment schedule for all payer sources.
- Notify all Interdisciplinary Team members of changes to the MDS Assessment schedule for both all payer sources.
- Lead or participate in Daily PPS meetings, weekly Medicare meetings, and month end meetings to assure federal billing requirements are met.
- Information to complete the MDS is to be collected using the medical record, bedside assessment, and staff, resident and/or family interviews.
- Develop and monitor a system to verify that all Interdisciplinary Team members have completed, dated, and signed the assessments according to the Federal Regulations.
- Observe direct nursing care, review documentation, and make appropriate recommendations, assist with chart audits.
Requirements of the MDS Coordinator:
- Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed LPN in the state of FL.
- Must have, as a minimum, two (2) years of experience as an MDS Coordinator in a skilled nursing facility.
- Must have a current/active CPR certification.
- Personal integrity and professionalism to work effectively with the Interdisciplinary Team, Patients, and Families.
- Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.
NOTE: All Applicants must speak and be able to write in English
