What are the responsibilities and job description for the MDS Nurse position at Otterbein Senior Life?
Overview
Otterbein has an opportunity for an MDS Nurse. The MDS Coordinator is a critical member of the health care team responsible for all aspects of the MDS process, including care planning and meeting with families regarding the care of their loved one.
Responsibilities
The individual must be detail oriented, have the ability to lead and deliver high quality services in a person-centered environment. This position coordinates the development, completion and transmission of assessments in accordance with the regulatory requirements and reviews and manages reimbursement. The MDS Coordinator is responsible to case manage care plans, including rehabilitative programs. It is important that this individual demonstrate knowledge of clinical standards of practice, regulations and reimbursement governing long-term care and Medicare participation.
Qualifications
- Education: BSN preferred
- Licensure/Certification: Current OH RN license preferred
- Experience: Minimum 3 years’ of MDS experience in long-term care//nursing home environment required. Experience in post-acute environments also a plus
Special Skills and Requirements:
- Recognize the autonomy and dignity of all residents.
- Communicate a sense of caring, concern, and dignity for residents.
- Understand how to place decision-making in the hands of the residents whenever possible and appropriate.
- Make prompt and accurate judgments with regard to resident care and emergencies
Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife:
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.
Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
BENEFITS*
Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits
Pharmacy Benefits
Vision and dental insurance
Paid Time off that accrues immediately
Paid Holidays
Life insurance
Retirements Savings with a 401(k) or 403(b) with company match
Get access to 50% of your wages before pay day through PayActiv
Employee sponsored fund for employees in need
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Assistance
- Some benefits are based on hours worked
Apply today and begin a meaningful career as an MDS Nurse at Otterbein SeniorLife!