MDS Coordinator - LVN / RN

SUMMARY

The Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator is responsible for conducting and coordinating the completion of the Resident Comprehensive Assessment (RAC), which includes the Minimum Data Set (MDS - part of a federally mandated process for clinical assessment of all residents in Medicare or Medicaid-certified nursing homes), Resident Assessment Protocols (RAPs), and the Resident Assessment Protocols (RAP's) summary sheet as well as the coordination of periodic comprehensive, interdisciplinary assessments upon admission, annually, and when there is a significant change in the resident's condition. Required experience, 1-2 Years Payment Driven Payment Model (PDPM), MDS experience

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess and monitor patient care and well-being upon admission, annually, and when there is a significant change in the resident's condition to ensure the facility provides consistent quality care. PDPM, Medicare, GG, and ICD-10 coding.
• Develop resident goals for improving treatment and care plans.
• Evaluate the resident care that all patients receive.
• Follow up with patients on any complaints or incidents reported.
• Meet with patient caretakers and families to discuss the patient's condition and treatment plans.
• Approve resident applications for long-term care facilities.
• Continually provides oversight and educates nurses and interdisciplinary team members regarding MDS protocols and accurate care planning interventions per State and/or Federal regulations.
• Responsible for timely and accurate submissions of MDS.
• Monitor patients' medical insurance and payment plans; track Medicare benefit days, validate daily Medicare census, and coordinate the information with the business office.
• Continually review and update resident care plan, implementing new strategies to enhance residents' quality of Life as required.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:

Current licensure as an LVN or RN in the state in California.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

1-2 Years Payment Driven Payment Model (PDPM), MDS experience

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.

#ZR