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MDS Director (RN)

Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center

Coventry, CT
1 day ago

Job Description

Join Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center as an MDS Director (RN) where you'll lead the MDS program, ensuring compliance and enhancing resident care. Enjoy meaningful work in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage MDS assessments for personalized resident care plans
  • Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
  • Lead the MDS program and oversee assessments
  • Train and mentor MDS Coordinators
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for accurate data collection
  • Track and analyze assessment data for compliance and reimbursement 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, detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal abilities
  • 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