MDS Coordinator, RN, LPN

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for the timely and accurate completion of the

Federal and State assessment tools but may also be called upon to perform duties of an

RN or LPN, if needed.

This position requires an understanding of the MDS rules and regulations as described in

the MDS User’s Manual, including item coding, RAPS, CAA’s, Care Planning,

electronic submission, scheduling, PPS including knowledge of MDS submission

process, final validation reports, and an understanding of Medicare rules and regulations

including coverage, benefit periods, certification, 30 Day rule.

Essential Duties

1. Maintains Tracking Tools for the MDS and Medicare.

2. Makes skilled services decisions and initiates Medicare non-coverage letters and

expedited determination notices.

3. Provides nursing care, as needed, in accordance with Resident Care Policies and

Procedures and maintains the safety and well-being of the residents.

4. Completes assigned sections of MDS assessments for nursing.

5. Reviews the health records for each resident, including reviewing written notations

of significant changes affecting:

a. Level of activity

b. Eating habits

c. Physical, mental, and emotional status

6. Participates in planning and adjustment of Medicare assessment scheduling.

7. Coordinates the IDT to accomplish timely completion of assignments, Care Plans,

and CAA summaries.

8. Gathers baseline information to identify potential and acute problems and thoroughly

and accurately completes areas of the MDS nursing admission assessment and

quarterly assessment and Medicare assessments using currently approved format.