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MDS Director (RN)

Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center

Columbia, CT
3 days ago

Job Description

Join Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center as the MDS Director (RN) to lead the MDS program and ensure compliance in resident care assessments. Make a meaningful impact in the lives of our aging guests, while enjoying a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the MDS program, ensuring compliance and accuracy in assessments
  • Determine Patient Driven Payment Method (PDPM) and expense associated with potential admissions
  • Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores for potential reimbursement risks
  • Train, mentor, and manage MDS Coordinators as needed
  • Coordinate and participate in comprehensive resident assessments and care planning
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for accurate data collection
  • Provide ongoing education to facility staff and leaders
  • Track, trend, and analyze assessment data for compliance and optimization
  • Drive a culture of continuous improvement in nursing care

Required Qualifications

  • Valid state RN license preferred
  • Direct care in a long-term care setting and/or MDS Coordinator experience required
  • Proficient in state and federal regulations governing the MDS and billing process
  • Knowledge of Electronic Medical Record (EMR), PDP, MDS 3.0, Medicaid and Medicare requirements
  • Deadline driven, exceptionally detail-oriented individual
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree or certification preferred

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation and benefits package10% defined contribution retirement planComprehensive training and mentorshipOpportunities for professional growth and developmentSupportive and collaborative work environment