MDS Coordinator Nurse Position Available In Putnam, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The MDS Coordinator Nurse at Palatka Center for Rehabilitation Healing in Palatka, FL, is responsible for coordinating the Resident Assessment Instrument process, completing accurate Minimum Data Sets, and leading Medicare Prospective Payment System meetings. This role involves maintaining patient MDS status, scheduling assessments, and ensuring compliance with CMS guidelines. Full-time and part-time positions are available with benefits such as health insurance and paid time off.
Job Description
MDS Coordinator Nurse 1.7 1.7 out of 5 stars 110 Kay Larkin Drive, Palatka, FL 32177 Palatka Center for Rehabilitation Healing Our focus is quality care in a supportive and friendly environment. Our facility offers a wide range of amenities, specializing in short-stay rehabilitation and long-term care. At Palatka Center, we believe in focusing on key initiatives to improve the quality of life, medical care, and outcomes for everyone. If you are looking to join a caring and supportive team, we would love to meet you! We are located at 110 Kay Larkin Dr, Palatka Why Work For Us?
Because We Offer Our Employees:
Health Insurance Plan Options Dental Insurance Plan Options Vision Insurance Plan Options Paid Time Off Holiday Pay 401k Direct Deposit Flexible Scheduling Paid Training and In-Services Full and Part Time Positions Available Development of Deep Personal Relationships with Patients and their Families #2025
MDS Coordinator Summary Description:
The MDS Coordinator under the direction of the Administrator or Director of Nursing, is responsible for coordinating the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process including completion of an accurate Minimum Data Set (MDS) and development of the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care. Additionally, this individual will lead the daily Medicare Prospective Payment System (PPS)/Medicaid Case mix Meeting. These duties are to be performed in a timely manner consistent with Centers for Medicare Medicaid (CMS) guidelines and policies and procedures. This individual also establishes and maintains positive relationships with all members of the healthcare team.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
1. Maintains current MDS status of each patient/resident, in accordance with all state and federal guidelines, including the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA), Medicare PPS and any Medicaid payment system, as applicable. 2. Schedules patients/residents for appropriate OBRA, Medicare PPS and/or Medicaid required assessments. 3. Communicates schedule to all other departments and families, as required. 4. Monitors clinical systems for changes in patient/resident condition. 5. Responds to patient/resident change in condition by coordinating patient/resident re-assessment and re-evaluation plan of care. 6. Strategically sets assessment reference date (ARD), in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team, to capture needs, care and services delivered to most accurately reflect the status of the patient/resident. 7. Accurately completes portions of MDS and CAAs as assigned, in accordance. with policies, procedures, and guidelines. 8. Assures compliance with federal, state, Medicare and Medicaid regulations, and facility policies and procedures as related to completion of an accurate electronic submission in a timely manner and coordination of the RAI process. 9. Coordinates and develops plan of care as required. 10. Monitors MDS and care plan documentation on all patients/residents, assuring that complete, orderly and chronological documentation is maintained in the file. 11. Maintains Medicare Certifications /Re-Certifications 12. Participates in
QAPI /QM
process 13. Maintains proficiency in software programs for MDS completion and is able to access and utilize appropriate reports.:
