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Evergreen Center for Health & Rehabilitation - Ellington, CT
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Ellington, CT
11-50 employees
About the position
The MDS Director at Evergreen Center for Health & Rehabilitation will manage the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments essential for creating personalized resident care plans and ensuring clinical reimbursement. This role emphasizes compliance with state and federal regulations while fostering a culture of continuous improvement in nursing care.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the MDS program, ensuring compliance and accuracy in assessments
- Determine Patient Driven Payment Method (PDPM) and expenses associated with potential admissions
- Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores for potential risks and changes affecting reimbursement
- Train, mentor, and manage MDS Coordinators, providing guidance and support
- Coordinate and participate in comprehensive resident assessments and care planning
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for accurate data collection
- Provide insights and ongoing education to facility staff and leaders
- Track, trend, and analyze assessment data to confirm compliance and identify strategic opportunities
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in nursing care
Requirements
- Valid state RN license preferred
- Advanced degree or certification 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
- Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and chronically ill
- 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
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Improved health insurance and retirement benefits including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
- Comprehensive training and mentorship
- Support for professional growth and development
- Collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives
