MDS Coordinator (RN/LPN)

Description MDS Coordinator (RN/LPN) 10,000 SIGN ON BONUS In-House Only Status: Full-Time Wage: RN ($50 - $55) / LPN ($45 - $50) Location: Avamere Rehabilitation of Shoreline - 1250 NE 145th St, Shoreline, WA 98155 The MDS Coordinator is responsible for managing and overseeing the completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for residents in accordance with federal and state regulations. This role involves coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate and timely documentation, driving quality care outcomes, and optimizing reimbursement. Qualified candidates will have previous experience in MDS coordination within a long-term care setting. The primary responsibility of this position is to complete the planning, scheduling and revising of the MDS, including the implementation of CAA's and Triggers Responsibilities: Review patient care plans for appropriate goals, problems, approaches, and revisions based on nursing needs. Ensure all personnel involved in providing care to the patients are aware of their care plans. Schedule and facilitate care plan conferences. Monitor and guide the completion of PPS and OBRA assessments. Manage the Utilization Review (UR) process. Oversee MAR's treatment, flow sheets and physicians orders. Participate in facility surveys by authorized government agencies. Qualifications: Must possess a nursing degree from an accredited college or university. Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN or LPN in this state. Qualified candidates will have previous experience in MDS coordination within a long-term care setting MDS Certification strongly preferred. Knowledgeable and experienced in the RAI process, CAAs, RUG categories and MDS 3.0. Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities. Must chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident and resident's response to care. Experience with Electronic Medical Records and computer documentation systems. Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines. Employee Perks: Access up to 50% of your earned income before payday Annual tuition reimbursement Mentorship opportunities & Career development Employee assistance program featuring free counseling services, financial coaching, legal services and more Generous employee referral program Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually) 401K retirement plan with employer contributions Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage Avamere Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify #clinical95 Avamere Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer