TCU MDS Coordinator - TCU PT Days

Core Competencies

• Educates staff to requirement of MDS 3.0 and implications for reimbursement when documentation is not congruent.
• Evaluates and assists in selection of new software for MDS systems.
• Prints and posts signed electronically produced MDS to the hard copy of the chart.
• Directs collection of data for Quality Management and process improvement of MDS systems.
• Identifies all new admissions to ensure patient data is entered into MDS system and schedule for assessments and transmission of data is established.
• Works in collaboration with unit supervisor to educate and provides inservices for staff development related to MDS and Resident Assessment Instrument.
• Maintains knowledge of basic computer program applications, Microsoft Office and MDS software.
• Makes recommendations to software vendor for enhancements to program.

Education

• DegreeProgram: Associates Nursing

Experience

• Number of Years Experience: 1
• Type of Experience: nursing

Additional Information

• One year experience in skilled or home health care/hospice setting;
• Completion of RAI course and demonstration of working knowledge of the MDS/RAI process;
• Knowledge of BBA1997, OBRA1987 and Title 22 State of California regulations;
• Competent in use of computer software applications applicable to job, e.g. Microsoft NT, Microsoft Office, MDS systems;
• Knowledgeable in ICD-10 coding

Licenses / Certifications

• Registered Nurse License
• BCLS or ACLS Certification

Compensation Range

$55.29 - $75.33 / Hour