MDS Coordinator - NMCC - FT

Northern Montana Hospital (NMH) is the center of a comprehensive system of medical and health care services, staffed with a team of caring professionals dedicated to meeting the growing needs of our Hi-Line communities. The not-for-profit, 25-bed Critical Access Hospital features a 24-hour physician-staffed emergency department, state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging, and electronic medical record services. Our large, quiet labor/birthing rooms are private and located away from other patient care areas. Private patient rooms on the 5th floor Medical/Surgical Department boast views from every window.

Administration, staff, and medical providers are committed to delivering high-quality, comprehensive health care services to the people of the Hi-Line communities of Montana. Specialties of our active staff of doctors include Anesthesiology, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, General Surgery, Hematology, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Optometry, Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Pain Management, Pathology, Podiatry, Psychiatry, Psychology, Radiology, and Women's Health.

For patient convenience, we also host visiting physicians at our clinics in the areas of Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatric Pulmonology, Urology, Radiation Oncology, Nephrology, Endocrinology, and Optometry.

About the role

Conduct, coordinate, and/or monitor the Resident Assessment Instrument Assessment process, including completion of the Minimum Data Set, Resident Assessment Protocols, and care plans. Participate in LTC Utilization Review meetings and maintain current knowledge of the Medicare Prospective Payment System. Work with the LTC Biller to ensure accurate translation of MDS/RUG information to the Medicare bill. Maintain knowledge of State and Local licensing boards and all Federal Agency requirements for individuals and the nursing department. Develop, review, and revise Department Policies & Procedures. Obtain and maintain AANAC Certification. Assist NMCC Administration with preparation for, and collaboration prior to and during, the LTC and CMS Survey process. Collaborate with LTC ADON/Staff Development in conducting newly hired licensed staff documentation education and periodic staff education on MDS and RAI process. Maintain the LTC Infection Prevention Program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct, coordinate, and monitor the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, including completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS), Resident Assessment Protocols (RAPs), and care plans.
• Participate in Long-Term Care (LTC) Utilization Review meetings and maintain current knowledge of the Medicare Prospective Payment System.
• Work with the LTC Biller to ensure accurate translation of MDS/RUG information to the Medicare bill.
• Maintain knowledge of State and Local licensing boards and all Federal Agency requirements for individuals and the nursing department.
• Develop, review, and revise Department Policies & Procedures.
• Obtain and maintain AANAC Certification.
• Assist NMCC Administration with preparation for, and collaboration prior to and during, the LTC and CMS Survey process.
• Collaborate with LTC ADON/Staff Development in conducting newly hired licensed staff documentation education and periodic staff education on MDS and RAI process.
• Maintain the LTC Infection Prevention Program.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing and hold a current RN/LPN license to practice professional nursing in the State of Montana.
• Minimum of two (2) years of recent experience working in a Long-Term Care facility.
• Possess knowledge relating to the age of residents served.
• Knowledge and skills in data collection and interpretation (tools of CQI).
• Knowledgeable and proficient in the RAI process.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• FLEX/HSA benefits
• 403-b retirement option

Salary is commensurate with up to 10 years of experience.