MDS Nurse Coordinator ( PRN )

Employment Type : Part time

Shift : Day Shift

Description : Job Overview :

The Sanctuary of Holy Cross a respected long-term care facility in South Bend is seeking an experienced MDS (Minimum Data Set) Nurse Coordinator. This position is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the MDS process to ensure timely and accurate completion for each resident in accordance with state and federal regulations. The MDS Nurse Coordinator plays a critical role in assessing the clinical condition of residents ensuring proper care planning and maximizing Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement.

Key Responsibilities :

• Coordinate the assessment and data collection process for the MDS ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Conduct regular resident assessments collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and complete MDS forms within required timelines.
• Monitor and ensure accurate coding of MDS items to reflect residents conditions.
• Participate in care planning meetings providing recommendations based on MDS data to enhance resident care and treatment plans.
• Oversee the submission of MDS assessments to the appropriate databases (i.e. the RAI and QIES systems).
• Ensure that MDS assessments are completed in a timely manner and provide staff training when necessary.
• Stay up to date with regulatory changes and guidelines related to MDS processes.
• Work closely with the Director of Nursing and other department heads to optimize facility reimbursement.
• Conduct audits and reviews to ensure ongoing compliance with MDS protocols and documentation standards.
• Serve as a clinical resource for staff and a liaison to residents and families as needed.

Qualifications :

What Perks and Benefits Can You Look Forward to

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

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Experience : years

Vacancy : 1