MDS Coordinator
Copper Ridge Nursing & Assisted Living Center is looking for a nurse to fill an MDS role in a skilled nursing facility setting. The MDS nurse (Nurse Assessment Coordinator) collects and assesses information for the health and well-being of residents in Medicare or Medicaid certified nursing homes. Our ideal candidate is organized, interested in management positions, and committed to maintaining high standards.
About the role
The MDS nurse monitors residents' health and well-being from the time of admission through the end of their stay, following federally mandated procedures and using the MDS process. This work includes planning, documentation, and submission of compiled information. The role requires creative problem solving and attentive communication with staff, residents, and their families to ensure personal, health, and administrative concerns are addressed.
Responsibilities
- Ensure individual care plans reflect the type of care required.
- Maintain complete healthcare records and reports, including PointClickCare (PCC) utilization according to best practices.
- Investigate patient/family complaints and take appropriate actions to resolve them.
Requirements
- Current Maryland Registered Nursing Licensure (or compact/multi-state license).
- Current Maryland Licensed Practical Nursing Licensure (or compact/multi-state license).
- BLS/CPR certification.
- In-depth knowledge of MDS, nursing care methods, health, and safety guidelines.
Preferred Skills
- MDS certification by the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordinators (AANAC) (preferred, not required).
- Experience with the PointClickCare (PCC) platform.
- Management experience.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan.
- Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Overtime pay and premium holiday pay.
- TapCheck (earned wage access).
- Disability insurance.
- Stability in a strong leadership and management team focused on customer service excellence.
Per the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, COVID-19 vaccines or an approved exemption are mandatory for employment in our community.