MDS Coordinator RN OR LPN
North Hill NRC LLC
Birmingham, AL
ALL FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A $4,500.00 SIGN ON BONUS!!!
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 , 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. Acts appropriately under the direction of the assigned supervisor and acts as an active
member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT).
5. Attends meeting of supervisory and administrative staff, as applicable. Participates
actively on the Quality Assurance Team (QA).
6. Completes assigned sections of MDS assessments for nursing.
7. 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
8. Participates in planning and adjustment of Medicare assessment scheduling.
9. Coordinates the IDT to accomplish timely completion of assignments, Care Plans,
and CAA summaries.
10. Assists and teaches the Care Planning process to nurses and other members of the
team including ADL training.
North Hill NRC LLC is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status