MDS Nurse

MDS Nurse Parkway Pavilion Health & Rehabilitation Center - 4.0 Enfield, CT Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Long-term care regulations Medicare Managed care Medicaid health insurance CMS regulatory compliance Medicare regulations Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Medicaid regulations Medicaid Full Job Description MDS Nurse Parkway Pavilion, located in Enfield, CT, is seeking an MDS Nurse to join our team! At Parkway Pavilion, our residents are provided with a full range of skilled nursing and rehabilitative services to treat and support their needs in a safe and compassionate environment that fosters independence and dignity. To meet the needs of our community, our center features a rich spectrum of care that includes, but is not limited to,

Post-Acute Rehabilitation, Wound Care Management, Skilled Nursing, and Enhanced Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Position Summary:

The MDS Nurse (RN or LPN) plays a key role in coordinating patient assessments and ensuring accurate documentation of care throughout the resident's stay. This position is responsible for completing and overseeing MDS assessments, maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations, and acting as the primary liaison between the interdisciplinary care team, patients, families, and external case managers. The MDS Nurse supports quality assurance initiatives and helps develop care plans that promote optimal patient outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities:

Coordinate and oversee each patient's care from admission through post-discharge follow-up. Serve as the key communicator between the interdisciplinary team, patients/families, and external case managers from payors and other facilities. Ensure timely and accurate MDS assessments in compliance with state, federal, and facility guidelines. Support quality assurance initiatives and contribute to care planning processes.

Qualifications & Prerequisites:

An active Connecticut RN or LPN license is required. Minimum of two (2) years of healthcare experience. Prior MDS experience and proficiency in PCC are required Background in Utilization Review and/or Case Management is a plus. Strong knowledge of managed care, Medicare, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Extensive knowledge in managing CT Medicaid CMI Understanding of growth and development across the lifespan. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families.