MDS Coordinator (Sr. Nurse)

Lander, WY - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 39 - 43

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Join the team at our brand new skilled nursing facility and intermediate care facility located at the Wyoming Life Resource Center in Lander. We are looking for a Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator who will be responsible for the MDS assessments of the residents at this facility. This position will work with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) to implement care plans and monitor the plans for effectiveness while assuring compliance with ethical standards Federal and State regulations and quality initiatives.

**This position is eligible for a $2000 hiring bonus** See notes for eligibility and conditions.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
Paid vacation sick leave FMLA and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE!Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

MDS Duties - Establish the assessment reference date (ARD) reason for the assessment accuracy timely and accurate completion/submission of the assessments including transmission of MDSs to CMS.
Obtain the final validation reports for the MDS submission and ensure correction of all errors.
Ensure accuracy for all residents receiving Medicaid as well as Medicare Part A and B benefits.
Participate in the screening and admissions of new residents.
Develop care plans and evaluate the efficacy of those care plans.
Ensure that baseline and comprehensive care plans are developed within timelines established by CMS regulations.
Update care plans as needed ensuring completion of needed services.
Conduct care plan conferences with staff/residents/resident representatives in a timely manner ensuring reimbursement for services.
Assist with scheduling resident assessment/care plan meetings.
Retrieve and review the Quality Indicator and Quality Measure Reports monthly take necessary action and report the information to the Quality Assurance Performance Improvement Committee.
Develop implement and maintain an ongoing quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) program for the resident assessment/care plans.
Review and stay informed on regulation changes relating to the RAI and reimbursement and implement changes.
Maintain and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the use of the MDS and care plan.
Educate train and orient appropriate staff on completion of the MDS and use of the Resident Assessment Instrument Manual.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to applicants who are certified (RAC-CT) in the MDS/RAI Process and/or have worked in a skilled nursing facility and/or intermediate care facility for a minimum of one (1) year.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of Wyoming Nurse Practice Act and Standards of Nursing Practice.
Detail oriented directing others and managing schedules for care planning in compliance with Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
Observe staff members providing care to ensure accurate reimbursement and compliance.
Oversee the assessment process and facilitate the completion of timely resident assessments.
Work well as part of a collaborative team.
Communicate effectively with staff members about residents.
Ensure staff are coding correctly.
Work with rehab teams to properly manage each residents case.
Transmit accurate assessments in a timely manner.
Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) as well as other computer programs.
Coordinate care planning in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Initiate Medicare coverage and help determine documents needed for Medicaid reimbursement.
Knowledge of MDS requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Nursing)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Nurse

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Nurse

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must be able to:

Lift medical/patient equipment of varying sizes and weights up to about 50 lbs.
Work evenings nights and /or weekends when the situation requires it.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-exempt
A background check including the taking of fingerprints will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation the Department of Family Services and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID-19.
For the health and protection of the persons in our care annual influenza vaccination is required as well as annual testing for tuberculosis.
Pre-employment drug testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions (direct patient care positions are considered safety-sensitive). Drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
** Hiring Bonus eligibility and conditions
- New state employees and temporary employees accepting a permanent position
- Current state employees acceptinga promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been open to the public
- One year of service in the position must be completed. Failure to complete this requirement will require reimbursement of the bonus with the funds deducted from the final pay.
- Internal candidates will be required to remain in the position for a minimum of (1) year from the promotion date.
- Employees will only be eligible for (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.

Supplemental Information

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Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:Join the team at our brand new skilled nursing facility and intermediate care facility located at the Wyoming Life Resource Center in Lander. We are looking for a Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator who will be responsible for the MDS asse...

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

**This position is eligible for a $2000 hiring bonus** See notes for eligibility and conditions.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
Paid vacation sick leave FMLA and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE!Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary

MDS Duties - Establish the assessment reference date (ARD) reason for the assessment accuracy timely and accurate completion/submission of the assessments including transmission of MDSs to CMS.
Obtain the final validation reports for the MDS submission and ensure correction of all errors.
Ensure accuracy for all residents receiving Medicaid as well as Medicare Part A and B benefits.
Participate in the screening and admissions of new residents.
Develop care plans and evaluate the efficacy of those care plans.
Ensure that baseline and comprehensive care plans are developed within timelines established by CMS regulations.
Update care plans as needed ensuring completion of needed services.
Conduct care plan conferences with staff/residents/resident representatives in a timely manner ensuring reimbursement for services.
Assist with scheduling resident assessment/care plan meetings.
Retrieve and review the Quality Indicator and Quality Measure Reports monthly take necessary action and report the information to the Quality Assurance Performance Improvement Committee.
Develop implement and maintain an ongoing quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) program for the resident assessment/care plans.
Review and stay informed on regulation changes relating to the RAI and reimbursement and implement changes.
Maintain and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the use of the MDS and care plan.
Educate train and orient appropriate staff on completion of the MDS and use of the Resident Assessment Instrument Manual.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of Wyoming Nurse Practice Act and Standards of Nursing Practice.
Detail oriented directing others and managing schedules for care planning in compliance with Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
Observe staff members providing care to ensure accurate reimbursement and compliance.
Oversee the assessment process and facilitate the completion of timely resident assessments.
Work well as part of a collaborative team.
Communicate effectively with staff members about residents.
Ensure staff are coding correctly.
Work with rehab teams to properly manage each residents case.
Transmit accurate assessments in a timely manner.
Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) as well as other computer programs.
Coordinate care planning in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Initiate Medicare coverage and help determine documents needed for Medicaid reimbursement.
Knowledge of MDS requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Nursing)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Nurse

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Nurse

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must be able to:

Lift medical/patient equipment of varying sizes and weights up to about 50 lbs.
Work evenings nights and /or weekends when the situation requires it.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-exempt
A background check including the taking of fingerprints will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation the Department of Family Services and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID-19.
For the health and protection of the persons in our care annual influenza vaccination is required as well as annual testing for tuberculosis.
Pre-employment drug testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions (direct patient care positions are considered safety-sensitive). Drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
** Hiring Bonus eligibility and conditions
- New state employees and temporary employees accepting a permanent position
- Current state employees acceptinga promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been open to the public
- One year of service in the position must be completed. Failure to complete this requirement will require reimbursement of the bonus with the funds deducted from the final pay.
- Internal candidates will be required to remain in the position for a minimum of (1) year from the promotion date.
- Employees will only be eligible for (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.

Supplemental Information