MDS Coordinator - RN - RNAC

Overview

Exciting Opportunity: Join Diversicare as an MDS Coordinator- RNAC!

Diversicare is seeking a dedicated MDS Coordinator (RNAC) to join our exceptional team and make a difference in the lives of our patients and residents. If you're passionate about ensuring accuracy and compliance in MDS assessments, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Why Choose Diversicare:

Leadership Opportunity: As our MDS Coordinator (RNAC), you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring exceptional patient care by overseeing the accuracy and compliance of MDS assessments.
Upholding Our Values: At Diversicare, we value trust, respect, customer focus, compassion, diplomacy, appreciation, and strong communication skills. As an MDS Coordinator, you'll embody these values and help shape our workplace culture.
Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical/dental/vision coverage, an excellent 401k plan, tuition reimbursement, and more.

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Responsibilities

Coordinate the RAI Process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state and federal regulations.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to assess patient/resident needs and coordinate care plans.
Conduct Care Plan conferences with patients, residents, and families.
Provide education related to the RAI Process and ensure accurate coding of MDS assessments.
Monitor Quality Measures and ensure MDS accuracy to reflect quality standards.
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure timely submission to state databases and other entities.
Ensure compliance with Medicare and Medicaid regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

Two years of MDS experience preferred, but not required.
Current registered nursing (RN) license in the state of employment.
Working knowledge of the MDS 3.0

Diversicare is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Diversicare does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, age, or disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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