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MDS Coordinator
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$93,212 / year median in Massachusetts
+18% projected growth
Job Description
- 60 hour At Webster Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, we believe that accurate clinical documentation and assessment are essential to delivering high-quality, compliant, and person-centered care.
MDS Coordinator:
Ensure timely and accurate completion of all MDS assessments in accordance with regulatory requirements and established deadlines. Verify compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations related to MDS documentation and submission. Supervise MDS data entry, validation, and transmission processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness. Identify, investigate, and resolve data discrepancies and validation issues. Prepare and present MDS-related reports and updates to the Director of Nursing (DON) and leadership team. Provide feedback to clinical teams and address operational concerns related to documentation and care planning. Participate in facility surveys, audits, and regulatory reviews, providing required documentation and support. Assist with audit responses and maintain ongoing compliance with Medicare and Medicaid requirements. Stay current on changes to Medicare, Medicaid, and RAI/MDS regulations and guidelines. Support and contribute to MDS-related quality improvement and performance initiatives. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate representation of resident care needs. Qualifications forMDS Coordinator:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (RN, BSN, or LPN). Current, active RN license required. Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in a long-term care setting. Prior MDS/RAI experience required. Strong clinical assessment skills with attention to detail and accuracy. Working knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations and reimbursement systems. Our Core Values in Action Passion- Ensuring residents are accurately assessed so they receive the care and resources they need to thrive. Respect
- Upholding integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality in all resident documentation and interactions with care teams. Excellence
- Delivering precise, compliant, and high-quality MDS processes that support optimal outcomes and regulatory success.