MDS Coordinator Job in Winer Haven 33881, Florida Us

MDS Coordinator/PPS Director

 

Position Overview

 

Spring Lake Rehab Center located in Winter Haven Florida is looking for a dynamic individual to serve as the facilities MDS Coordinator.  This is a 120 bed highly skilled facility with a patient population that averages 50-60 Medicare Part A patients daily.  This individual will be responsible for overall supervision of the resident assessment and care plan processes for each resident in accordance with all laws, regulations and facility guidelines.

 

Basic Qualifications

 

Education and Certification:

RN degree (ASN minimum) from an accredited college or nursing school; current RN licensure within the state of practice.

 

Skills Requirements:

Must possess the ability to read, write and speak the English language; must be involved in health care matters and projects with the community as needed; must have strong communication and presentation skills in both group and individual situations; must be patient, friendly, courteous and respectful to residents in any situation, including difficult ones; must be able to make independent decisions when necessary; must have the ability to follow nursing department guidelines as outlined by the facility and other regulations governing nursing services in a long-term care facility; must be able to move frequently throughout the workday; must be able to lift 40 lbs floor to waist; lift 20 lbs waist to shoulder; lift and carry 40 lbs; and push/pull 40 lbs.

 

Experience:

Minimum two years nursing experience in long-term care or other health care setting; supervisory experience preferred.

 

Working Conditions

 

 

Primarily works in an office setting as well as throughout the nursing department; bends, lifts, sits, stands and moves frequently throughout the shift; deals with frequent interruptions and possibly upset residents and family members; works regularly scheduled shifts in addition to weekends and holidays and other hours based on resident needs; primary responsibility is service to the residents but also deals with visitors, government personnel, etc.; participates in required continuing education programs; subject to odors, falls, burns and exposure to infectious diseases, waste, etc., including AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.

 

Competencies of Position

 

 

Professionalism and Compassion:  Reports to work on time and as scheduled; works in unison with all staff; displays a willingness to help others; embraces constructive criticism; presents a friendly and professional attitude; displays genuine care and concern for the residents and families; remains sensitive to the needs of the residents; possesses the patience necessary to address questions and concerns of the residents or families in a respectful manner.

 

Resident Rights:  Promptly reports resident grievances to supervisors; treats all resident care information with confidentiality; continuously monitors assigned areas to ensure residents are treated fairly and with dignity and respect at all times.

 

Organizational and Communication Skills:  Ability to multi-task and is detail-oriented; able to meet tight deadlines; possesses the ability to effectively prioritize matters promptly and appropriately; understands the importance of follow-up; builds rapport with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team through listening attentively and effectively following up; able to effectively communicate individually or as a group; must have the ability to communicate effectively and respectively with CNAs, physicians, families and residents.

 

Safety Awareness:  Follows safety program guidelines; immediately reports accidents and incidents to supervisors; identifies unsafe working areas and promptly reports to supervisors; promotes safety by working as safely and efficiently as possible; consistently follows infection control and universal precautions and other guidelines; identifies and corrects or reports hazardous conditions to supervisors;  understands facility emergency and evacuation protocols.

 

 

 

Customer Service:  Treats all residents, families, co-workers, inquiries, referral sources and supervisors with dignity and respect and takes initiative to exceed customer expectations; professionally represents the facility, self and position to visitors and residents; shows genuine concern for the residents; demonstrates a positive attitude and willingness to help to all visitors and residents; remains sensitive to all needs through listening, observing and responding appropriately for the position held.

 

Leadership Skills:  Possesses an approachable management style; ability to solve problems and treat each situation fairly; is calming during a crisis situation; ability to build positive relationships with employees and other managers; ability to exercise sound judgment; enables and motivates staff and provides on-going recognition and praise.

 

 

Essential Job Duties

 

 

 

  1. Responsible for overall supervision of the MDS team and providing guidance to both management and non-management staff.

 

  1. Oversees the resident assessment process and ensures the staff and interdisciplinary team are carrying out the process appropriately, effectively and efficiently.

 

  1. Creates a schedule for timely completion of periodic resident assessments and coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to follow the schedule.

 

  1. Ensures completion of the initial resident assessment within timeframes upon admission as required by state and federal laws and regulations.

 

  1. Is active in the Medicare billing process, in conjunction with the business office.

 

  1. Ensures the completion of quarterly and annual resident assessment is timely and accurate.

 

  1. Ensures the completion of a resident assessment within timeframes required by state and federal laws and regulations upon a significant change in resident’s condition.

 

  1. Educates staff on the requirements of timely and accurate completion of the MDS and supporting documentation.

 

  1. Monitors assessments to ensure that all documents have been properly signed and dated.

 

  1. Develops and completes resident assessments timely and accurately in accordance with laws, regulations and facility guidelines.

 

  1. Signs and dates assessments to certify accurate and timely completion.

 

  1. Encourages feedback from other department managers and supervisors regarding resident assessment functions of the facility.

 

  1. Recruits, selects and trains qualified team members for the MDS team.

 

  1. Provides expectations and monitors performance of MDS team.

 

  1. Partners with the DON to create and implement procedures for notifying all MDS staff of the admission of new residents.

 

If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity please email your resume to Jason Canlas at Jcanlas@springlakerehab.com

Spring Lake Rehab Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.