MDS Coordinator

Position Summary:

North Kern South Tulare Hospital District (“NKSTHD”) is looking for a MDS Coordinator to join our team at our Delano District Skilled Nursing Facility (“DDSNF”), located in Delano, CA. The role is primarily focused on conducting and coordinating the development and completion of the resident assessment in accordance with the requirements of the state and the policies and goals of the facility.

Essential Functions:

· 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 plan.

· Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc., as necessary.

· Develop, implement, and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the resident assessment/care plans.

· Assist the resident and Discharge Planning Coordinator in completing the care plan portion of the resident's discharge plan.

· Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.

· Work with the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team in developing a comprehensive resident assessment and care plan for each resident.

· Serve on, participate in, and attend various other committees of the facility (e.g., Policy Advisory, Quality Assessment and Assurance) as required, and as appointed by the Administrator.

· Provide written and/oral reports of the resident assessment/care plan functions as requested or directed by committees.

• Evaluate and implement recommendations from established committees as they may pertain to the assessment and/or care plan functions of the facility.
• Attend and participate in Resident care conferences as needed.
• Ensure timely completion of ongoing Resident assessments.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· Ability to work with a team and communicate professionally with clients and colleagues.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

· Excellent communication, written and verbal.

· Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree

· Must have, as a minimum, 1 year(s) of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related health care facility

· Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday 8a-4:30p

Some Overtime may be required.

Salary:

· $35-45 per hour

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

· Prolonged periods of walking

· Must be able to lift, push and/or pull up to 50lbs

North Kern South Tulare Hospital District is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce.

We welcome you to join our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Utilization review: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $35 - $45