MDS Coordinator

MDS Coordinator

Position Summary :

Coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate and timely patient assessments in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies

Qualifications :

• Current California LVN license required, RN preferred
• Two (2) years’ nursing and / or one (1) year of MDS experience preferred
• Outstanding communication (verbal and written) skills
• Ability to remain kind, calm and professional in all work-related situations
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
• Takes pride in serving others, and accurately completing duties on time

Responsibilities :

• Coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate, timely, inter-departmental, patient assessments, in accordance with all requirements and policies
• Reports any changes in a patient’s condition to the Director of Nursing (DON)
• Provides education to direct care associates regarding patient documentation, overseeing updates or changes, and training on Skilled Nursing Facility and other Regulations
• Ensures care plans are comprehensive, accurate and meeting patient needs
• Reviews Final Validation Reports confirming assessments have been completed and accepted into the CMS and other systems as necessary and prior to billing
• Collaborates with Business Office regarding when to / when not to bill
• Continually reviews CMS Reports to address issues and improve processes to ensure that assessments are accurate and submitted on time
• Attend and participates in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check
• Performs functions of a staff nurse when necessary
• Leads by example in treating everyone at work kindly and professionally

Benefits :

• Competitive pay
• Health Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverages with company paying a substantial portion of costs (voluntary supplemental plan options available)
• 401(k) with discretionary company match annually
• Company paid Basic Life and disability insurance (Buy up options available)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)
• Employee Assistance program
• Tuition Assistance and Profession Enhancement Funds
• Bene-Hub employee sponsored discount programs and more .

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits available to full-time employees.

hppaloalto

Palo Alto Sub-Acute & Rehabilitation Center is a 24-hour skilled nursing facility located in Palo Alto. Our team of dedicated healthcare professionals works to help patients recover from surgery, injury or serious illness.

As a team, we strive to exceed the expectations of those we serve and our purpose is to provide our patients with positive rehabilitative therapy and exceptional nursing care.

We want to help patients achieve their highest possible functioning level and to assist them in returning to the lowest level of care practical.