MDS Coordinators work to improve patient care and help long-term care facilities maintain federal funding. To do that, they complete several crucial tasks throughout the day. Some duties and responsibilities for an MDS Coordinator will include: Completing and updating MDS forms on all patients in the care facility Performing clinical assessments to gather information on residents Developing care plans for patients to coordinate available services Submitting updates and paperwork to maintain compliance Participating in the admission and discharge processes Conducting and attending meetings with other care team members Investigating complaints or issues from residents and their families Educating patients and their families The MDS Coordinator at Western Sky Community Care Center will also support the Director of Nursing Services.
Expected qualifications include:
Understanding of Medicare and Medicaid requirements Familiarity with the MDS assessment tool, including MDS coding knowledge An understanding of medical terminology, nursing practices and patient care standards Attention to detail to ensure precision in completing assessments and accurate data entry Assessment, data collection and documentation skills Written and verbal communication skills Organizational skills Comfort with electronic records