MDS/RAI Coordinator - Amazing Opportunity to make a difference!

We are seeking an exceptional and caring person to join us in making a difference in the lives of seniors! Bridgeway Senior Living is seeking an MDS Coordinator for our skilled nursing facility. If you have a love & passion for the geriatric community and value making an impact in their lives, you belong here! Not to mention... WE ARE A GREAT PLACE TO WORK!! COMPETITVE COMPENSATION ~ ~ OPP0RTUNITIES FOR ADVANCEMENT PRIMARY DUTIES: - Coordinate and oversee Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for each resident utilizing the appropriate forms required by the type of assessment. - Coordinate and oversee Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for each resident utilizing the appropriate forms required by the type of assessment. - Establish the assessment reference date (ARD), reason for the assessment, accuracy, timely completion and submission for each assessment. - Initiate the opening and closing of assessments and alert the interdisciplinary team (IDT) as needed. - Meet with and solicit feedback from department supervisors concerning the resident assessment/care plan functions of the facility. - Participation in the facility compliance program including utilization review and monthly triple check for billing accuracy. - Review medical records for accurate documentation of the resident’s condition and make recommendations for the improvement of documentation as directed. - Conduct pre-admission nursing screening as directed to ensure Medicare Part A eligibility entitlement and coverage for all relevant referrals and new admissions. - Develop and implement procedures with the Director of Nursing to inform all assessment team members of the arrival of newly admitted residents. - Participate in functions involving discharge plans as necessary. - Prepare Notices of Medicare Non-Coverage (NOMNC) within the time limits imposed by Medicare guidelines. - Ensure appropriate and accurate completion of the physician certification and recertification form, Skilled Nursing Facility Advance Beneficiary Notice of Non-Coverage (SNF ABN) and Medicare non-coverage letter. - Monitor residents for change in condition through facility IDT meetings per facility policies. - Obtain appropriate qualifying diagnosis for residents obtaining Medicare Part A services and update diagnosis for each change in resident condition as appropriate. - Contribute and collaborate in the development of the annual facility assessment providing updates as required. - Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc., as necessary. - Maintain and periodically update written facility policies and procedures that govern the development, use and implementation of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI)/Minimum Data Set (MDS) and care plan. - Develop, implement and maintain an ongoing quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) program for the resident assessment/care plans. - Ensure that a current copy of the RAI Manual is available to persons completing portions of the MDS. - Monitor the MDS website and portal for up-to-date changes in the RAI manual monthly; distribute changes in the RAI manual to the IDT as needed. - Review quality measures reports monthly and make recommendations to the QAPI Committee. - Complete electronic submission of required documentation to the state database and other entities in accordance with facility policies. - Conduct and coordinate the completion and submission of MDS within the required timeframe. - Submit and monitor the nursing home final validation report to verify assessment submission. - Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies. - Serve on, participate in and attend various other committees of the facility (e.g., policy advisory, QAPI, etc.) as required and as appointed by the Administrator. - Coordinate with therapist to report resident progress for those residents receiving direct therapy services under Medic