MDS Coordinator

Beecher Manor • Full-time • Beecher, IL, US • 3w ago

Experience individualized care at an Extended Care affiliated facility. Each facility’s highly skilled clinical and therapy teams are well-versed in delivering specialized services that are centered around your specific needs, interests, and capabilities. This steadfast dedication ensures a smoother and safer transition during your recuperation process. With a wide array of services available, Extended Care facilities are fully equipped to address your healthcare needs.

We always aim to offer the highest standard of care at all times. Our passion for individual, innovative, and compassionate care is what makes us special, and knowing that both our residents and team members are well taken care of is what sets us apart.

Our facility is looking for dynamic and compassionate individuals to help enrich the lives of our residents, making every day vibrant with beautiful smiles and meaningful engagement.

We are seeking a dedicated MDS/Care Plan Coordinator to ensure that resident assessments and care plans are accurate, up-to-date, and aligned with the care provided. This position plays a key role in communicating resident conditions to families, coordinating care plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for our Full-time team members, which includes:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(K) Program
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
Daily Pay – Access your earnings on your own schedule
“APPRECIATE YOU” PERKS – Our team members enjoy substantial savings on electronics, appliances, apparel, cars, flowers, fitness memberships, gift cards, groceries, hotels, movie tickets, rental cars, special events, theme parks, and more!

MDS/Care Plan Coordinator Requirements:

Current State of Illinois LPN license
AANAC certification preferred
MDS experience required
Strong organizational, planning, and managerial skills
Working knowledge of nursing services, nursing administration, rehabilitation, general and geriatric nursing, MDS documentation, and EMR systems
Ability to initiate, complete, and update care plans efficiently
Experience conducting staff training on care plans, documentation, and EMR use
Ability to monitor resident EMR records for consistency and accuracy
Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with residents, families, and staff
Knowledge of JCAHO, OBRA, IDPH, and HFS documentation standards

As an MDS/Care Plan Coordinator, you will:

Oversee the completion of MDS assessments upon admission, readmission, quarterly, annually, and during significant changes or PPS/Insurance Reimbursement periods
Develop and maintain a monthly MDS assessment and Care Plan Conference schedule
Ensure timely completion of MDS sections by the appropriate department and validate accuracy
Collaborate with departments to identify and resolve MDS-related issues, providing re-education as needed
Review diagnosis coding and sequencing with physicians quarterly, updating ICD-9/ICD-10 coding as necessary
Lead weekly MDS Pre-Planning and Medicare meetings to ensure compliance and accuracy
Assist and educate staff in EMR charting, documentation, and achieving Care Plan goals
Communicate resident care plans and progress to staff, residents, and families
Conduct quarterly in-service training for nursing staff on care plans and documentation
Audit monthly EMR charting to ensure proper documentation of care and follow up with staff when needed
Report and follow up on documentation discrepancies to ensure regulatory compliance
Work closely with the Director of Nursing and interdisciplinary team to maintain consistency in resident care
Coordinate resident Care Plans with therapy departments (physical, occupational, respiratory, and speech therapy)
Ensure proper nutritional assessments are completed and documented, collaborating with dietary consultants
Maintain resident confidentiality and adhere to fire, disaster, safety, infection control, and evacuation policies

A Workplace That Cares About You!

We believe in creating a supportive, respectful, and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and ensure that all qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, gender, age, disability, national origin, or veteran status.

If you're passionate about resident care planning and ensuring high-quality healthcare documentation, apply today to become our next MDS/Care Plan Coordinator!

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