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Extended Care, LLC

MDS Coordinator

Extended Care, LLC, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Experience individualized care at an Extended Care affiliated facility. Each facility’s highly skilled clinical and therapy teams are well-versed in delivering specialized services that are centered around your specific needs, interests, and capabilities. This steadfast dedication ensures a smoother and safer transition during your recuperation process. With a wide array of services available, Extended Care facilities are fully equipped to address your healthcare needs.

We always aim to offer the highest standard of care at all times. Our passion for individual, innovative, and compassionate care is what makes us special, and knowing that both our residents and team members are well taken care of is what sets us apart.

Our facility is looking for dynamic and compassionate individuals to help enrich the lives of our residents, making every day vibrant with beautiful smiles and meaningful engagement.

We are seeking a dedicated

MDS/Care Plan Coordinator

to ensure that

resident assessments and care plans

are accurate, up-to-date, and aligned with the

care provided . This position plays a key role in

communicating resident conditions to families, coordinating care plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements .

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for our Full-time team members, which includes:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(K) Program

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance

Daily Pay – Access your earnings on your own schedule

“APPRECIATE YOU” PERKS – Our team members enjoy substantial savings on electronics, appliances, apparel, cars, flowers, fitness memberships, gift cards, groceries, hotels, movie tickets, rental cars, special events, theme parks, and more!

MDS/Care Plan Coordinator Requirements:

Current State of Illinois LPN license

AANAC certification preferred

MDS experience required

Strong

organizational, planning, and managerial skills

Working knowledge of

nursing services, nursing administration, rehabilitation, general and geriatric nursing, MDS documentation, and EMR systems

Ability to

initiate, complete, and update care plans

efficiently

Experience conducting

staff training on care plans, documentation, and EMR use

Ability to

monitor resident EMR records

for consistency and accuracy

Strong

interpersonal skills

for effective communication with

residents, families, and staff

Knowledge of

JCAHO, OBRA, IDPH, and HFS documentation standards

As an MDS/Care Plan Coordinator, you will:

Oversee the

completion of MDS assessments

upon admission, readmission, quarterly, annually, and during significant changes or PPS/Insurance Reimbursement periods

Develop and maintain a

monthly MDS assessment and Care Plan Conference schedule

Ensure timely completion of MDS sections by the appropriate department and

validate accuracy

Collaborate with departments to

identify and resolve MDS-related issues , providing

re-education

as needed

Review

diagnosis coding and sequencing

with physicians quarterly, updating

ICD-9/ICD-10 coding

as necessary

Lead

weekly MDS Pre-Planning and Medicare meetings

to ensure compliance and accuracy

Assist and educate staff in

EMR charting, documentation, and achieving Care Plan goals

Communicate resident

care plans and progress

to staff, residents, and families

Conduct

quarterly in-service training

for nursing staff on

care plans and documentation

Audit

monthly EMR charting

to ensure proper documentation of care and follow up with staff when needed

Report and follow up on

documentation discrepancies

to ensure regulatory compliance

Work closely with the

Director of Nursing and interdisciplinary team

to maintain consistency in resident care

Coordinate resident

Care Plans with therapy departments

(physical, occupational, respiratory, and speech therapy)

Ensure proper

nutritional assessments

are completed and documented, collaborating with dietary consultants

Maintain resident

confidentiality

and adhere to

fire, disaster, safety, infection control, and evacuation policies

A Workplace That Cares About You!

We believe in creating a supportive, respectful, and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and ensure that all qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, gender, age, disability, national origin, or veteran status.

If you're passionate about resident care planning and ensuring high-quality healthcare documentation, apply today to become next MDS/Care Plan Coordinator!

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