MDS Coordinator RN - Heartwood Lodge

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: Under the direction of the Community Director of Nursing/Administrator/Executive Director, the RN MDS Coordinator will conduct and coordinate the development and completion of the Resident assessment in accordance with the requirements of this state and the policies and goals of this community. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Establish and/or maintain departmental procedures that support the necessary operational functions for the Skilled Nursing Department. Conduct and coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessment (MDS) in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the Resident assessment, including the implementation of RAPs and Triggers. Maintain and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the development, use, and implementation of the Resident assessment (MDS) and care plans. Conduct or coordinate the interviewing of each Resident for the Resident’s assessment. Evaluate each Resident's condition and pertinent medical data to determine any need for special assess activities. Develop preliminary and comprehensive assessments of the nursing needs of each resident, utilizing the forms required by current rules or regulations and community policies. Coordinate and oversee the entire RAI processes including completion of documentation as necessary to ensure that time frames are met by the interdisciplinary team. Coordinate the development of a written plan of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each Resident that identifies the problems/needs of the Resident, indicates the care to be given, goals to be accomplished, and which professional service is responsible for each element of care. Collaborates with case manager and other interdisciplinary members to coordinate plan of care with discharge plans. Attends care conferences to review these plans with resident and family members. Ensure that the care plan includes measurable objectives and timetables to meet the Resident's medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial needs as identified in the Resident's assessment. Ensure that an initial Resident assessment is completed within appropriate time frame of the resident's admission and locked and electronically submitted timely. Coordinate all Medicare referrals pre-admission screening process to assess if admission meets PPS Medicare criteria. Manage the care coordination of all manage care patients and monitor the resource consumption using tools provided. Monitor Care Tracker accuracy and identify opportunities for improvement, education on proper coding and utilization of Care Tracker. Provide reports when needed to Administrator/Executive Director, Director of Nursing and other members of the interdisciplinary team to support areas needing attention. Ensure that medical and nursing care is administered in accordance with the Resident’s wishes including the implementation of advance directives. Determine departmental staffing requirements and assist in the recruitment, interviewing, and selection of personnel for the Community or Department. Act as Chairperson of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team. Monitor department work hours (including vacation and holiday schedules), personnel (if applicable), work assignments, etc., to ensure proper workflow and adequate staffing levels in compliance with state minimum regulations and sanctuary budgeted PPD hours. MINIMUM QUALIFACTIONS Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved RN program. Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing preferred. Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in this state Must be AANAC Certified or obtain certification within 6 months of hire. Two to three (2-3) year(s) of experience related to the MDS process, preferred. Must possess and maintain current CPR Certification. Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care. Previous experience/training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices and working in long-term care. Previous experience working in long-term care or with the geriatric population preferred Supervisory experience preferred. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. 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