RN, Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for the accurate and timely completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for all residents in accordance with federal and state regulations. This role involves coordinating the comprehensive care planning process, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and optimizing reimbursement through accurate documentation and coding. MDS Assessment Management Oversee and manage the entire MDS assessment process, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all MDS assessments (initial, quarterly, annual, and significant change). Coordinate with interdisciplinary team members to gather necessary information for MDS assessments. Ensure that assessments are completed in compliance with federal and state regulations, as well as facility policies. Performs strategic scheduling considering Quality Measures Data and optimal review through ARD section for optimal placement. Recognize alteration from pervious baseline condition to capture significant change in resident condition per regulations to ensure that assessments and care plans are repeated as needed to accurately reflect the resident’s abilities, preferences and goals. Care Planning Develop comprehensive care plans based on MDS assessment data in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Monitor the implementation of care plans and ensure they are updated as needed to reflect residents’ changing needs and conditions. Lead care plan meetings with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team to discuss assessment findings and care plans. Documentation and Compliance Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all MDS assessments, care plans, and related activities. Delegates responsibility for completing assessment sections to staff with clinical knowledge about the resident, such as social work, activities and dietary personnel. Interviewing relevant staff and analyzing supporting documentation to complete coding for the MDS. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including timely submission of MDS assessments to the appropriate state and federal databases. Ensure physician certifications are completed, signed and dated properly. Participate in facility audits, surveys, and quality improvement initiatives to ensure ongoing compliance and improve care quality. Training and Education Provide training and education to facility staff on MDS processes, documentation requirements, and regulatory changes to help ensure care delivery is accurately coded. Keep abreast of updates and changes in MDS regulations and ensure the facility remains compliant. Serve as a resource for staff regarding MDS-related questions and issues. Quality Improvement Analyze MDS data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities for enhancing resident care. Collaborate with the quality improvement team to develop and implement strategies for improving care quality and outcomes. Participate in quality assurance meetings and contribute to the development of facility policies and procedures. Reimbursement Optimization Ensure accurate coding of MDS assessments to optimize reimbursement from Medicare and Medicaid. Collaborate with billing and finance departments to ensure alignment between clinical documentation and billing practices. Monitor reimbursement trends and provide recommendations to enhance financial performance. Other duties as assigned. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $38.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 24 per week Benefits: Paid time off Medical Specialty: Geriatrics Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: MDS 3.0: 2 years (Required) License/Certification: RN license (Required) Ability to Commute: Sumter, SC 29154 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Sumter, SC 29154: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person