MDS Nurse

Otterbein Gahanna

MDS Nurse

Summary

The MDS Nurse coordinates the development, completion and transmission of assessments in accordance with the regulatory requirements and reviews and manages reimbursement. Responsible to case manage care plans, including rehabilitative programs. Must demonstrate knowledge of clinical standards of practice, regulations and reimbursement governing long-term care and Medicare participation. Must be comfortable to function as an effective team member through good communication and cooperation. Sufficient computer skills required for performing electronic medical record/submission duties.

Responsibilities:

Fully understands the philosophy of the small house
Effectively complete the MDS and Care Plans
Track Physician and Ancillary Visits and Orders
Discusses elder observations/concerns with appropriate coordinator.
Attends nurse team meetings
Generate Monthly MDS Calendar and Notification Process for Support Staff
Provides coaching and direction to staff as needed.
Discharge planning for elders including home services upon discharge
Completes the certifications and recertification’s for elders in the neighborhood
Facilitates the weekly Medicare/elder meetings
Facilitates the weekly Medicare/therapy/Neighborhood meetings
Acts as the therapy liaison
Completes the reassessments for elders and hospital visits when appropriate
Provides training materials to staff and team when appropriate
Collaborates in the development of new processes, forms, and systems
Collaboratively identifies issues and develops actions plans for groups and individuals
Facilitates the restorative program at the neighborhood
Participates in the morning stand up meetings
Assists in the management of the survey process including 672 and 802 reports
Performs any other duties as assigned.

Skills Required: The following are skills needed to perform, with or without reasonable accommodations, the essential functions of the providing care to Elders. The ability to:

Recognize the autonomy and dignity of all elders.
Communicate a sense of caring, concern, and dignity for elders.
Understand how to place decision-making in the hands of the elders whenever possible and appropriate.
Make prompt and accurate judgments with regard to elder care and emergencies.
Work and communicate effectively as part of the self-directed work team.

Qualifications:

Valid Ohio RN
CPR certification
2 years’ recent experience as an MDS nurse required.

Apply online Otterbein.org/careers

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