RN MDS Coordinator LTC Annie Penn Nursing Center

The MDS Coordinator is tasked with gathering and analyzing information about nursing home residents within a structured framework. With a degree of guidance, this position handles the coordination of the Resident Assessment Instrument process and ensures the accurate and timely transmission of data.

Essential Job Function

• Reviews the capabilities of the staff in the Resident Assistant Information process to uncover possibilities for enhancement.
• Holds weekly sessions with aides to recognize any deficiencies and requirements within the restorative program and continued services.
• Coordinates with the nursing and therapy departments to ensure that services are reimbursed appropriately.
• Partakes in continuous education to remain informed about the changing Minimal Data Set processes and to provide insights to the interdisciplinary team.
• Contributes to the refinement of processes by sharing quality audit results.
• Undertakes supplementary responsibilities as needed.

Education

• Required: Associate's DegreePreferred: Bachelor's Degree

Experience

• Required: 3 years as a Registered Nurse and 1 year in a clinical specialty as defined by ANCC or national nursing organizations

Licensure/Certification/Listing

• Required:Registered Nurse license in North Carolina or a CompactBLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider