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MDS Coordinator
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The Alden Network .
Base pay: $68,000.00/yr – $75,000.00/yr.
Job Summary The Resident Care Coordinator is an experienced Health Care Provider who ensures a current care plan and MDS for all residents and that all documents pertaining to the plan of care are consistent in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, facility policies, and as may be directed by the Administrator.
Qualifications
Current, unencumbered license to practice as an RN or LPN in this state.
Must possess current CPR certificate or become certified within 90 days of employment.
Working knowledge of OBRA, IDPH, IDPA (for Illinois) and Wisconsin DQA (for Wisconsin) standards and methods of documenting according to those standards.
Must be able to read, write and speak English in an understandable manner.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies and the general public.
Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with personnel.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people.
Must be aware and subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis B.
Must possess computer skills.
Essential Functions
Review departmental policies and procedures, job descriptions, etc., at least annually for revisions and make recommendations to the Administrator.
Follow established departmental policies and procedures.
Oversee the scheduling, completion, and accuracy of all MDS item sets.
Coordinate the development of a written plan of care for each resident that identifies problems, needs, concerns, resident‑centered goals that are realistic, measurable, and multidisciplinary.
Chair resident care plan conference and relay all concerns from resident and/or family/responsible party to the Administrator.
Ensure residents/families/responsible parties are contacted regarding participation in care plan conferences per RAI guidelines.
Plan, conduct, and participate in the in‑service education program as it pertains to the RAI process.
Assist in implementing and maintaining an effective orientation program that orients new employees to the RAI process and data entry.
Attend and participate in continuing education programs.
Monitor resident’s medical record, including MDS, Cardex, care plans, progress notes, physician order sheets, flow records, monthly nursing summaries, IDT notes/assessments, etc., for consistency and content; address discrepancies in documentation that do not meet program standards to the appropriate department manager and Administrator.
Maintain ICD‑9 codes for current diagnosis.
Report IT concerns to help desk promptly.
Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility’s QAPI program.
Attend relevant meetings as directed by the Administrator.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Time
Paid Time Off
Retirement / Pension Plan
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Vision Insurance
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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MDS Coordinator
role at
The Alden Network .
Base pay: $68,000.00/yr – $75,000.00/yr.
Job Summary The Resident Care Coordinator is an experienced Health Care Provider who ensures a current care plan and MDS for all residents and that all documents pertaining to the plan of care are consistent in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, facility policies, and as may be directed by the Administrator.
Qualifications
Current, unencumbered license to practice as an RN or LPN in this state.
Must possess current CPR certificate or become certified within 90 days of employment.
Working knowledge of OBRA, IDPH, IDPA (for Illinois) and Wisconsin DQA (for Wisconsin) standards and methods of documenting according to those standards.
Must be able to read, write and speak English in an understandable manner.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies and the general public.
Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with personnel.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people.
Must be aware and subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis B.
Must possess computer skills.
Essential Functions
Review departmental policies and procedures, job descriptions, etc., at least annually for revisions and make recommendations to the Administrator.
Follow established departmental policies and procedures.
Oversee the scheduling, completion, and accuracy of all MDS item sets.
Coordinate the development of a written plan of care for each resident that identifies problems, needs, concerns, resident‑centered goals that are realistic, measurable, and multidisciplinary.
Chair resident care plan conference and relay all concerns from resident and/or family/responsible party to the Administrator.
Ensure residents/families/responsible parties are contacted regarding participation in care plan conferences per RAI guidelines.
Plan, conduct, and participate in the in‑service education program as it pertains to the RAI process.
Assist in implementing and maintaining an effective orientation program that orients new employees to the RAI process and data entry.
Attend and participate in continuing education programs.
Monitor resident’s medical record, including MDS, Cardex, care plans, progress notes, physician order sheets, flow records, monthly nursing summaries, IDT notes/assessments, etc., for consistency and content; address discrepancies in documentation that do not meet program standards to the appropriate department manager and Administrator.
Maintain ICD‑9 codes for current diagnosis.
Report IT concerns to help desk promptly.
Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility’s QAPI program.
Attend relevant meetings as directed by the Administrator.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Time
Paid Time Off
Retirement / Pension Plan
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Vision Insurance
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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