What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN MDS Coordinator position at Topaz Fiscal Services?
POSITION PURPOSE:
Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of the MDS process from admission to discharge. May coordinate information systems operations and education for the clinical department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:
• Works in collaboration with facility team to assess the needs of the resident.
• Assists with coordination and management of care management meetings, to include review of resident care and the setting of assessment reference dates
• Complies with federal and state regulations regarding completion and coordination of the MDS process
• Monitors MDS and care plan documentation for all residents.
• Ensures documentation is present in the medical record to support MDS coding
• Maintains currer1t MOS status of assigned residents cording to state and federal guidelines
• Supports the tracking system of MDS schedules (timeframes and due dates) (
• Maintains the frequent and accurate data entry of resident information into appropriate computerized programs
• Completes accurate coding of the MDS with information obtained via medical record review as well as observation and interview with facility staff, resident and family members
• As required, attends team meetings and other meetings in order to gather information, communicate changes, and maintain and update records
• Continually updating knowledge base related to data entry and computer technology
• As required, may participate in quality assurance activities ·
• May complete electronic submission of required documentation to required databases and other
entities per company policy
• Perform additional duties as assigned
EDUCATION I REQUIREMENTS:
RN licensure within the State plus a minimum of two years MDS experience in long term care. LVN or LPN may be considered with exceptional qualifications; or equivalent combination of education and experience Must have current AANAC (RAC-en certification or obtain it within 90 days of hire).
Salary : $54,700 - $69,300
