MDS Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)

1500 West Mineral Avenue, Littleton, Colorado

Full-time

Posted on March 19, 2024

Contract overview

This is a placement contract between you and the employer. If the employer hires a candidate you submit, you'll be paid the contract amount.

The payments begin when the candidate starts and are disbursed over time. The contract terms are:

Market price: $4,100 USDEst.

Payment schedule: Paid monthly over 7 months

Job Description

Life Care Center of Littleton, located in Littleton, CO, is seeking an MDS Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN) to join our team. This full-time position offers hourly compensation ranging from $38.00 to $44.00.

As the RN MDS Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating and assisting with the completion and submission of accurate and timely interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CAAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

Associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment
Two (2) years' nursing experience. Geriatric nursing experience preferred
CRN C Certification (clinical compliance)CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment

Specific Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge in the field of practice and be able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. They must also be knowledgeable of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility. Additionally, the candidate should be proficient in all competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.

Essential Functions

Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary, accurate, and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations
Report any changes in a patient's condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON
Provide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentation
Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan
Review Final Validation Reports and attest that all assessments have been completed and accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing and notify the Business Office when assessments are not ready to bill
Review CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrence
Attend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request
Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language