Mds RN

MDS Lead RN
Salaried: $74880 - $76960 exempt (depending on experience)
Equivalent to $36 - $37/hour
Shift: Full-Time Days

Harris Hill Nursing Facility is looking to add an MDS RN to its this role youll coordinate Medicare Managed Care and Medicaid reimbursement activities while ensuring accurate MDS completion regulatory compliance and reimbursement optimization. Youll also provide education and support to facility staff while overseeing MDS processes and assisting with reimbursement-related audits and reviews. If you have experience with MDS PDPM and long-term care reimbursement this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Located in the heart of Williamsville Harris Hill Nursing Facility is proud to be part of The McGuire Group a leader in skilled nursing and rehabilitation services throughout New York State. As a CMS 5-Star rated facility Harris Hill is recognized for its commitment to quality care and clinical excellence. Our team is known for its collaborative culture strong resident relationships and dedication to helping both residents and employees thrive.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide education and support to facility staff regarding Medicare Medicaid Managed Care eligibility certification coverage documentation utilization and reimbursement
• Assist facilities with certification procedures reimbursement-related processes and resolution of problem areas
• Collaborate with claims review units compliance teams and third-party payers to ensure regulatory and company compliance
• Assist with the review and preparation of denied claims audits and administrative record reviews
• Assess compliance with Medicare Medicaid Managed Care and third-party payer requirements and develop corrective action plans as needed
• Maintain and analyze reimbursement-related statistical data and utilization trends
• Monitor authorizations and compliance with third-party payer requirements
• Provide ongoing education and training related to reimbursement programs and regulatory changes
• Conduct PDPM reviews upon admission re-admission or as indicated
• Review Medicare Part A MDS assessments for accuracy and compliance
• Supervise MDS LPN activities and co-sign MDS assessments completed by LPN staff as required
• Gather documentation for CMS audits and other reimbursement-related audits
• Review physician documentation and assist with accurate ICD-10 coding and diagnosis ranking
• Conduct MDS integrity reviews and complete MDS assessments as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum education requirement: Associates Degree in Nursing; Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred
• Minimum experience requirement: 2 years of long-term care experience; 4 years of long-term care experience preferred
• Current unrestricted NYS Registered Nurse (RN) License required
• Experience with MDS PDPM reimbursement and quality measures
• Strong understanding of Medicare Medicaid Managed Care and third-party payer requirements
• Excellent time management organizational and problem-solving skills
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and support team members
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• In-depth knowledge of long-term care regulations reimbursement methodologies and standards of care
• Ability to provide education training and support to interdisciplinary teams

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
• Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
• Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program