MDS Coordinator / RNAC Nurse for Clover Meadows in Lawrenceville
Shift/hours: FT
Working at Clover Meadows Rehab truly means becoming a member of our family. We believe caring for seniors is a uniquely rewarding experience and there is no better place to realize that experience than with us.
As a Clover Meadows Rehab employee, you will be an integral member of our team, and share in the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our residents each and every day.Now Seeking
RNAC MDS Coordinatorfor our Skilled Nursing Facility
Ideal candidate is experienced, savvy and analytical with the applicable credentials listed below.
Join an incredible team and a great work environment
We offer:
- Competitive and generous pay
- Health Insurance (medical, vision, dental)
- 401K
- Paid time off (Sick and vacation) plus holiday pay
Job Description Summary:
The MDS Department is responsible for ensuring the development and completion of the resident assessment in accordance with the requirements of this state and the policies and goals of the facility
The objective of MDS coordinators are to promote the physical and emotional well-being of nursing facility residents, create and review resident care plans and analyze the financial coverage to assure resident is getting what they need.
MDS will need to be familiar with the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) to gather information from residents and their families during initial and periodic interviews.
The MDS covers such areas as the patient's mood, behavior patterns, cognitive ability, and nutrition needs.
Information from these assessments provides a scale for the nursing team to formulate individualized care plans that include support from social services, dietitians, rehab specialists, and medical staff.
MDS coordinators then implement and monitor these care plans to ensure their effectiveness.
They must also make sure all strategies comply with Medicare requirements and ethical standards.
Qualifications and Skills
Requirements/Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (RN)
Current/active license for Registered Nurse
MDS coordinator certification
Clinical Experience in a nursing facility
Demonstrated clinical assessment skills
Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations and coverage guidelines as related to skilled nursing.
Required License/Certifications: RN License and RNAC Certification