Job Description

Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation a brand new Skilled Nursing Facility specializing in ventilator and tracheostomy care and rehabilitation is looking to hire an experienced MDS Coordinator to help us keep growing. If you're hard-working and dedicated, we are an ideal place to get ahead. Apply today!



Responsibilities for Registered Nurse, MDS Coordinator


Participate in the admission process of prospective residents in terms of their nursing needs and appropriate placement Determine potential Resource Utilization Groups (RUGs) and PDPM expense associated with a potential admission Complete and assure the accuracy of the MDS process for all residents Maintain current working knowledge of Medicare criteria, serving as a resource for nursing staff and communicate changes in regulations Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores, looking for potential risks and/or changes that may affect Medicaid reimbursement Facilitate problem-solving for complicated admissions Monitor Medicare assessment schedules and nursing documentation to ensure accuracy and timely submission Oversee Infection Control, training, and OHCA / DOH SNF requirements

Qualifications for MDS Coordinator


4-years experience in MDS coordinator role or related experience Current and valid state nursing license Experience in a clinical and healthcare setting, SNF Preferred Deep medical terminology knowledge Exceptional mathematical skills and ability to apply them to tasks such as analysis of variance and sampling theory Excellent leadership skills Demonstrable knowledge of state and federal regulations Superb decision-making skills Proficiency in MDS 3.0 * RAC-CT Certified through AANAC (American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordination)