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Radiant Medical Staffing -

MDS Coordinator RN or LPN

Radiant Medical Staffing -, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204

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MDS Coordinator opportunities in Seattle, WA, Spokane, WA and Portland, OR

Full Time / 40 hours / Monday - Friday

Wage:

Seattle - $44 - $55 p/h

Spokane - $42 - $55 p/h - Full Time & Part Time Available

Portland - $45 - $55 p/h

Please reach out to me directly for more details:

Katie Kettlety, Sr Executive Recruiter

kkettlety@radiantmedstaff.com

OVERVIEW: Radiant provides clinical and care staffing. Offering support primarily in Oregon and Washington Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation, Assisted Living, and Memory Care Communities. We may also receive requests outside these areas. We provide permanent placement opportunities and per-diem opportunities based on client requests.

JOB SUMMARY: Those in MDS Coordinator jobs must be Registered Nurses (RNs) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) that have received on-the-job training, or completed an MDS-training program. Candidates must be familiar with MDS 3.0, and have an in-depth working knowledge of the RAI user manual and RUG categories.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain PPS and OBRA schedules

Coordinate and oversee the completion of the MDS assessments in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Gather and compile accurate and comprehensive data from the interdisciplinary team, resident records, and direct resident assessments.

Work with IDT to select the ICD-10 code that represents the resident condition and surgeries.

Ensure all assessments are completed accurately and timely.

Develop individualized comprehensive care plans based on MDS assessments.

Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure that care plans reflect the residents' current needs and preferences.

Conduct regular care plan meetings with residents, families, and the care team to review and update care plans as necessary.

Maintain a thorough understanding of RAI, MDS, and care planning regulations, ensuring compliance with all federal and state regulations.

Ensure that all documentation meets legal and regulatory standards.

Prepare and submit MDS-related reports and documents as required by the facility and regulatory agencies.

Serve as a resource and provide education to staff on the MDS process and documentation requirements.

Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among the interdisciplinary team to support accurate and timely MDS completion.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and provide data analysis to support facility goals.

Monitor and manage the MDS process to maximize reimbursement from Medicare, Medicaid, and other payers.

Ensure accurate coding of diagnoses and treatments to reflect the care provided and support appropriate reimbursement.

Analyze and address any discrepancies or issues related to reimbursement and MDS accuracy.

Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement activities related to the MDS and care planning processes.

Identify and address areas for improvement in documentation, assessment, and care planning practices.

Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of care plans and interventions, making adjustments as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Current RN or LPN license in the state of practice.

Experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting. Previous MDS experience preferred.

Excellent assessment, documentation, and care planning skills.

Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) and MDS software.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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