MDS Coordinator

MDS Coordinator- LTC 

Located in Dobbs Ferry, NY

**Salary: $54 - $57 per hour; Based on experience**

 

Qualifications:

• Must have current New York RN license
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in long-term care
• Thorough knowledge of MDS and RUGS requirements as well as Federal and New York State requirements
• Current NYS PRI Assessor number
• Commitment to maximizing reimbursement
• MDS Rugs Technical Training
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and oral, with staff, visitor etc.
• Strong clinical skills
• Ability to use computer.
• Exceptional computation and analysis skills
• Skilled in Time Management.
• Microsoft Office Proficiency

 

Responsibilities of the MDS Coordinator:

• Conduct and coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessment (MDS)
• Maintain and periodically update written policies and procedures that implement MDS and care plan.
• Assist the resident in completing the care plan portion of the resident’s discharge plan.
• Develop and implement procedures with the Director of Nursing Services to inform all assessment team members of the arrival of newly admitted residents.
• Assist Facility directors and supervisors in scheduling the resident assessment and care plan meetings.
• Assist in determining appropriate treatment, selecting activities and exercises based on medical and social history of residents.
• Participate in the development and implementation of resident assessments (MDS) and care plans, including quarterly and annual reviews.

 

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