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MDS Director (RN)

Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center

Vernon Rockville, CT
1 day ago

Job Description

Join Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center as an MDS Director (RN) where you will lead the MDS program, ensuring compliance and accuracy while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents. This role offers opportunities for career growth and a supportive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the MDS assessments for personalized resident care plans
  • Ensure compliance and accuracy in MDS assessments
  • Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores
  • Train and mentor MDS Coordinators
  • Coordinate comprehensive resident assessments and care planning
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for accurate data collection
  • Analyze assessment data for compliance and reimbursement optimization
  • Drive 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, detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team

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