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MDS Coordinator-RN/LPN Full Time
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Engage Consulting
The MDS Nurse supports Engage Consulting clients by providing a variety of tasks, such as MDS completion, case mix review, and auditing services related to CMS initiatives, regulatory compliance, MDS coding, billing, and reimbursement accuracy. The successful candidate will excel in critical thinking, accuracy, and MDS completion skills while thriving in a hybrid of remote and in‑person work. This position reports to the Director of Clinical Consulting.
Essential Functions of the Job
Responsible for the coordination, completion, and submission (including timing and scheduling) of mandated OBRA and Medicare MDS assessments, as assigned.
Responsible for the development, review, and/or revision of resident‑specific care plans as a member of the interdisciplinary team, in coordination with the completion of MDS assessments following RAI Guidelines.
Responsible for contributing to and attending key meetings in the facility in‑person and remotely, including but not limited to morning meeting, Case Mix, Quality Measure, and Medicare/Utilization Review.
Provide interim MDS completion services, focusing on accurate scheduling, completion, and submission of MDS following RAI Guidelines.
Provide technical review of audits with ability to focus on reimbursement accuracy/optimization, Case Mix Management, Quality Measure Management, and MDS accuracy reviews.
Maintain clinical and regulatory knowledge in accordance with current geriatric care standards of practice, including but not limited to Federal Survey Requirements, MDS 3.0 RAI Manual, federal and state health regulations, CMS Requirements of Participation, and payer guidelines.
Consistently demonstrate sound judgment and provide ethical guidance to customers for SNF practices.
Provide direct assistance to the Senior Practice Manager and Director of Clinical Consulting as requested.
Must be familiar with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) programs including Point Click Care, Matrix Care, and therapy software systems.
Ability to work a hybrid schedule of remote as well as in‑person facility representation.
Consistently portray the mission, vision, core values, cornerstones, and professional image of Engage Consulting, exercising good judgment in the performance of the job.
Special projects and other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with active Nursing licensure.
Minimum two years of experience performing MDS completion in a SNF.
AAPACN Resident Assessment Coordinator Certification (RAC‑CT) preferred.
Intermediate knowledge of SNF reimbursement and billing regulations, including but not limited to RAI guidelines, PDPM reimbursement, case mix management, and specific state nursing documentation guidelines.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Core Competencies Healthcare billing expertise, relationship management, project management, excellent interpersonal skills, care plan development, technological skills, problem‑solving and analytical skills, critical evaluation, cultural awareness, ethical practice, ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion, maintain confidentiality.
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MDS Coordinator-RN/LPN Full Time
role at
Engage Consulting
The MDS Nurse supports Engage Consulting clients by providing a variety of tasks, such as MDS completion, case mix review, and auditing services related to CMS initiatives, regulatory compliance, MDS coding, billing, and reimbursement accuracy. The successful candidate will excel in critical thinking, accuracy, and MDS completion skills while thriving in a hybrid of remote and in‑person work. This position reports to the Director of Clinical Consulting.
Essential Functions of the Job
Responsible for the coordination, completion, and submission (including timing and scheduling) of mandated OBRA and Medicare MDS assessments, as assigned.
Responsible for the development, review, and/or revision of resident‑specific care plans as a member of the interdisciplinary team, in coordination with the completion of MDS assessments following RAI Guidelines.
Responsible for contributing to and attending key meetings in the facility in‑person and remotely, including but not limited to morning meeting, Case Mix, Quality Measure, and Medicare/Utilization Review.
Provide interim MDS completion services, focusing on accurate scheduling, completion, and submission of MDS following RAI Guidelines.
Provide technical review of audits with ability to focus on reimbursement accuracy/optimization, Case Mix Management, Quality Measure Management, and MDS accuracy reviews.
Maintain clinical and regulatory knowledge in accordance with current geriatric care standards of practice, including but not limited to Federal Survey Requirements, MDS 3.0 RAI Manual, federal and state health regulations, CMS Requirements of Participation, and payer guidelines.
Consistently demonstrate sound judgment and provide ethical guidance to customers for SNF practices.
Provide direct assistance to the Senior Practice Manager and Director of Clinical Consulting as requested.
Must be familiar with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) programs including Point Click Care, Matrix Care, and therapy software systems.
Ability to work a hybrid schedule of remote as well as in‑person facility representation.
Consistently portray the mission, vision, core values, cornerstones, and professional image of Engage Consulting, exercising good judgment in the performance of the job.
Special projects and other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with active Nursing licensure.
Minimum two years of experience performing MDS completion in a SNF.
AAPACN Resident Assessment Coordinator Certification (RAC‑CT) preferred.
Intermediate knowledge of SNF reimbursement and billing regulations, including but not limited to RAI guidelines, PDPM reimbursement, case mix management, and specific state nursing documentation guidelines.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Core Competencies Healthcare billing expertise, relationship management, project management, excellent interpersonal skills, care plan development, technological skills, problem‑solving and analytical skills, critical evaluation, cultural awareness, ethical practice, ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion, maintain confidentiality.
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