RAI/MDS Coordinator (RN or LPN) - $2500 Sign-On Bonus

Responsibilities

• Conducts and coordinates the development and completion of resident assessments, in accordance with State, Federal, and Company guidelines.
• Oversees the generation of Minimum Data Set (MDS) for each Medicare patient and electronic transmission of required data within mandated timeframe.
• Coordinates the development and completion of the resident assessment (MDS) in accordance with current regulations and guidelines, including implementation of CAAs and Triggers; conducts or coordinates the interview(s) of each resident for the resident’s assessment; evaluates each resident’s condition and pertinent medical data; develops and implements procedures with the Director, Clinical Services for arrival of newly admitted residents; ensures that all assessments are completed and transmitted in a timely manner; assists community directors and supervisors in scheduling the resident assessment/care plan meetings; contacts and assists in scheduling participation by outside members of the care plan team, including the resident’s representative and/or other interested family members.
• Ensures the care plan includes measurable objectives and timetables to meet the resident’s needs, as identified in the resident’s assessment.
• Maintains and periodically updates written policies and procedures that govern the development, use, and implementation of the resident assessment (MDS) and care plan.
• Develops, implements, and maintains an ongoing quality assurance program for the resident assessment/care plans.
• Makes sure the community’s QI and QM reports are monitored to ensure appropriate corrective action can be implemented when potential problems occur.
• Assists the resident and Discharge Planning Coordinator in completing the care plan portion of the resident’s discharge plan. Participates in functions involving discharge plans, as necessary.
• Participates in community surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.
• Provides leadership and participates in various committees including Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team, Policy Advisory, and Quality Assessment and Assurance.
• Develops and participates in the planning, conducting, and scheduling of timely in-service training classes that include assessment skills or techniques needed to complete the assessment and MDS functions of the community.
• Attends and participates in annual community in-service training programs as scheduled.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Must possess a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university. Must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care community, or other related health care facility. Must have a minimum of six (6) months training experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices. Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and medical practices, procedures, regulations and guidelines governing long-term care.
• Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements: Current State LPN/LVN license.