MDS Coordinator

Responsibilities for MDS Coordinator


· Develop goals for improving treatment and care plans

· Complete and assure the accuracy of the MDS process for all residents

· Evaluate the quality of the care being given to long-term care residents

· Interview new patients to gauge the quality of care they're receiving

· Meet with patient caretakers and families to review the patient's condition and treatment plans

· Record data from patients' medical charts

· Approve resident applications for long-term care facilities

· Facilitate problem-solving for complicated admissions

· Monitor Medicare assessment schedules and nursing documentation to ensure accuracy and timely submission



Qualifications:

· Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) certification or Registered Nursing (RN) certification

· At least 2 years of experience as MDS coordinator or related experience

· Experience in a clinical and healthcare setting

· Deep medical terminology knowledge

· Excellent leadership skills

· Demonstrable knowledge of state and federal regulations

· Superb decision-making skills