MDS Coordinator LPN

Title: MDS Coordinator
Location: St. Joseph
Status: Full Time

Essential Functions:

• Lead the care management for our residents by partnering and communicating with residents, families, Physicians, healthcare providers, and the nursing team to provide the highest quality of care for our residents
• Audit resident charts, care plans, and charting to ensure documentation supports the care provided and reimbursement level
• Ensure compliance with guidelines for participation in Medicare, Medicaid and other benefit programs
• Complete and transmit MDS assessment and reports in accordance with Medicare, OBRA, Medicaid and other benefit program requirements

 Qualifications/Experience:

• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)
• CPR Certified
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as an MDS Coordinator in a busy skilled care / rehab setting
• Computer and MS Office proficiency
• Knowledge of Medicare guidelines and managed-care criteria
• Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing
• Promote and facilitate teamwork
• Demonstrate a high standard of ethics