MDS Coordinator / Case Mix Nurse

The Ross Manor campus provides three professional levels of care and support for residents including assisted living , skilled rehabilitation and complete nursing care services. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Ross Manor follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation for excellence in Long Term Care. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Ross Manor follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation for excellence in Long Term Care.MDS CoordinatorAs part of a high-functioning leadership and care team, conduct and coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessment in accordance with the rules and regulations of State and federal government and the policies and goals of the facility. Reports to the Director of Nursing.Essential Job FunctionsOur employees are expected to promote an atmosphere of teamwork with other employees and hospitality and comfort for its residents. Therefore, the following list of duties is not all-inclusive:Assess/Oversee assessment of all residents through the RAI process and ensure coding accuracy, capturing needs and level of assistance, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelinesReview all care plans on a regular basis for accuracy, appropriateness, and case mix validityOversee and/or complete care plans for all residents process according to standard of nursing practice, including nursing restorative plansEstablish documentation approaches and instruct nursing and ancillary staff to document properlyCommunicate MDS due date so that interdisciplinary team members complete their portions appropriately and on time. Instruct all disciplines in proper procedures, completion of MDS items, and CAAs, Care Mix payment and Quality Indicators.MDS Coordinator Minimum QualificationsMDS and ICD-10 coding experience preferred & RAC-CT certification preferredCurrent, active, Maine RN licensure or current active, Maine Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Strong nursing clinical assessment, care planning, and delivery of care skills, with a long term care populationSkills And AbilitiesWorking knowledge of geriatric health care needsClear and effective communication skills Federal and State regulations pertaining to long term care and the resident assessment processMedicare and MaineCare regulations, as well as the application of the State Operations Manual, and Principles of ReimbursementMDS manual and updates; Quality Indicator SystemStrong computer literacy. Experience with and ability to document within electronic medical records.Work and communicate tactfully with residents, staff; administration, families, physicians, ancillary services, allied health care professionals, surveyors, regulators, other business contacts, the public and the communityMicrosoft Office (Excel, Word)We encourage a work life balance by offering flexible schedules, education and growth opportunities a and moreTuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness and education support to grow your career with usFull time employees have access to full benefits; medical, dental, vision and disability Employer paid life insuranceFlexible Savings Account: including medical, dependent, and limited Paid Time Off available to all employees 401(k) Retirement savings program with employer contribution A work environment that allows you to be a confident and supportive leaderAll job offers are contingent upon receiving excellent references and passing the Maine State Background Check.