Regional MDS Coordinator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Washington.

📋 Description

• Supervise facilities to ensure assessments are carried out in accordance with established guidelines.

• Provide oversight for weekly PDPM meetings for skilled patients at the facilities.

• Monitor and track the effective use of PDPM tools such as Physician Diagnosis Verification, Admission/Discharge CSR(GG), Weekly CSR, PDPM Weekly Tracking Tool, and Point Right.

• Establish clinical reporting systems between RDO and RDCS.

• Conduct monthly Regional MDS workshops focused on PDPM and CMS-related regulations.

• Track and analyze QM and QASP performance, offering data analysis and clinical recommendations.

• Assist in reviewing MDS/PDPM claims for accuracy and develop trend analyses for clinical areas requiring improvement.

• Provide PDPM and MDS training for new MDS Coordinators.

• Create performance evaluation systems for MDS Nurses in collaboration with facility Administrators.

• Ensure that resident assessment protocol areas are incorporated into resident care plans.

• Evaluate and determine the health status and care level for new admissions.

• Guarantee the accurate and timely completion, correction, electronic submission, and recordkeeping of MDS assessments.

• Coordinate interdisciplinary involvement in completing MDS assessments within regulatory timeframes.

• Maintain precise MDS assessment schedules and reference dates.

• Schedule and lead resident care conferences in compliance with regulations.

• Assist disciplines in developing and updating individualized care plans.

• Review care plans and evaluate the attainment of desired outcomes.

• Manage changes in facility level-of-care and inform relevant departments.

• Generate and send forms for level-of-acuity changes as mandated by state law.

• Uphold the confidentiality of resident care information and protected health information.

• Supervise personnel.

⛳️ Requirements

• Graduation from an Accredited School of Nursing with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is preferred.

• Must hold good standing with the State Board of Nursing.

• Required to maintain all necessary continuing education and licensing requirements.

• A minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience is preferred.

• Experience in Long Term Care is preferred.

• Capability to make independent decisions, adhere to instructions, and accept constructive feedback.

• Ability to interact tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.

• Proficiency in applying fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to real-life scenarios.

• Skill in solving practical problems and interpreting written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.

• Competence in Microsoft Suite products.

• Must maintain licensing credentials for an Administrator.

• Knowledge and experience with PCC is preferred.

• Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times.

• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

• Prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer is required.

• Regular ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, read, or hear is necessary.

• Frequent use of office equipment, including copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and calculator.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• Supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork.

• Paid time off and holiday pay.