MDS Coordinator (LPN or RN)

At Ozark Care and Rehab, we deliver the highest quality of care for every resident through our most valuable asset: you. We seek compassionate and thoughtful individuals who share our passion for exceptional care in senior living. Ozark Care and Rehab partners with a vast network of skilled nursing centers across two states to support our small team environment of caring professionals with the resources and benefits of a large enterprise. Your legacy of excellence begins when you join us.

Pay, Benefits and Perks

• Competitive pay based on experience
• 6 observed holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Up to $5,000 per calendar year in tuition/education reimbursement for approved program of study
• Take home up to 75% of your net earned wages at the end of every shift
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matched contributions after 1 year of employment
• Medical (Teledoc included), dental, vision, life, and other voluntary insurances for full-time employees

Responsibilities

• Have a thorough understanding of all regulations and standards related to the RAI process (Federal/State regulations and MDS RAI User Manual).
• Participate in the pre-admission process to ensure essential information needed for MDS/Case Mix coding is obtained from the referral source(s) and meets Medicaid eligibility requirements when applicable.
• Work in collaboration with the Director of Nursing to ensure necessary nursing documentation and risk assessments are completed timely to capture nursing services delivered on the MDS.
• Participate in meetings at community and corporate level.
• Participate in the preparation and timely submission of any Additional Documentation Requests (ADRs)/Revenue Audits.
• Participate in the community orientation as the community’s subject matter expert on Activities of Daily Living (ADL) documentation and MDS supportive documentation requirements.
• Participate in the training of new associates on the RAI process.
• Provide ongoing training/education to staff regarding RAI process to include but not limited to: ADL documentation, interview techniques, skilled services, and documentation guidelines.
• Assess competency of all staff members involved in the RAI process and educate the interdisciplinary team (IDT) as needed.
• Demonstrate an understanding and assist in the preparation of clinical, quality, and reimbursement reports.
• Participate in the review of quarterly Medicaid reports, if applicable.
• Complete the RAI process and manage the MDS department.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and complete assessments of the residents’ health and functional status during the entire assessment period.
• Schedule and open in the EMR resident’s MDS assessments as applicable per RAI guidelines for OBRA, Medicare PPS, and/or Medicaid/State required assessments.
• Accurately code the MDS to reflect services delivered per RAI guidelines. Ensure the accurate and timely completion of all MDS sections and assessments.
• Ensure individualized plans of care with an interdisciplinary approach in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and the established policies and procedures.
• Review the CASPER validation reports and ensure that appropriate follow-up action is taken.
• Analyze Quality Measure reports as a mechanism of quality assurance and improvement.
• Function as an RAI and Clinical Reimbursement resource to the community staff.
• Attend and participate in education, such as but not limited to: Corporate webinars and meetings, RAC-CT, ADL training, Relias/Online training, and community training.
• Maintain proficiency in the operations of the clinical/MDS software program.
• Maintain proficiency in the ability to transmit data per regulatory standards.
• Maintain proficiency in Medicare/PDPM, ICD10 coding, OBRA, RAI, and regulatory changes.
• Maintain confidentiality of pertinent client and employee information to assure their privacy is protected.
• Identify safety concerns and take appropriate actions to maintain and assure patient safety.
• Monitor clinical systems for changes in resident condition.
• Strategically set assessment reference date (ARD), in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team, to capture needs, care, and services delivered to accurately reflect the status of the resident.
• Monitor MDS and care plan documentation on all residents, assuring that complete, orderly, and chronological documentation is maintained in the file.
• Communicate pertinent information to nursing management, business office, facility administration, Regional Clinical Reimbursement, and corporate biller.
• Attend, actively participate, and provide MDS, QM, and Reimbursement expertise at the following meetings: Daily Clinical, Weekly Resident at Risk, Weekly Utilization Review, and Daily Stand up.
• Remain current with industry changes.
• Perform other essential functions and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Must be an LPN or RN with a current, active Missouri license.
• CPR certified.
• MDS experience is preferred, however, will educate and work alongside any dedicated, enthusiastic candidate to grow their skill set in this challenging and rewarding career.
• Candidates must maintain a working email address and phone number for employer communication.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude.
• Convey compassion and empathy for residents and their representatives.
• Be a skilled communicator, educator, director, and motivator.
• Have exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Be committed to excellence.