MDS Coordinator RN

MDS Coordinator RN - Louisville, KY

As a leader in senior living care, Masonic Homes Kentucky knows its services are only as good as the people delivering them. That’s why Masonic has created a work environment where employees are valued and supported both on the job and personally. Along with flexible schedules, same day pay and educational support, Masonic’s perks include a reduced cost Verizon phone plan, free TARC passes, competitive benefits package, employee assistance program and uniforms. Join a team of Passionate People INSPIRING LIVES. 

Masonic cares about the well-being of our employees. We provide easy access to programs and resources to help with the mental health, work, and life challenges.?We believe in creating an inclusive culture supported by reducing workplace stress and fostering a healthy environment. 

Job Summary: 

The purpose of this position is to coordinate and oversee all functions of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) and resident care assessment process to assure compliance with federal and state requirements and to certify timely completion of MDS assessments. This position will also assess residents physical and mental function and document in MDS database completely and accurately; document all additional assessments required completely and accurately and oversee Restorative programs. 

Common Responsibilities: 

Oversee scheduling of MDS assessments to assure compliance with federal and state requirements 

Review and certify completion of MDS assessments 

Coordinate all functions of the MDS assessment process 

Participate and/or conduct interdisciplinary meetings 

Coordinate, implement, review and assess restorative nursing programs 

On-call once a month 

Requirements 

Ideal Experiences Include: 

Registered Nurse Licensure verification per KBN, Education 

Minimum two years of clinical experience in a health care setting 

Minimal one-year long-term care experience 

Prior experience completing MDS assessments 

Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care 

Knowledge of Medicare regulations and coverage guidelines as related to skilled nursing 

Knowledge of case mix guidelines as indicated by state-specific reimbursement model 

Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures that are necessary for providing quality resident care 

Physical abilities regarding lifting, squatting, standing, bending, pushing, pulling 

 $26-$37/hr