MDS Coordinator

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Through the power of the Holy Spirit and in response to God’s love as revealed in the Gospel, the mission of Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey is to serve those in New Jersey who hurt, who are in need, or who have limited choices.

LSMNJ team members are dedicated to providing healing, hope and hospitality, regardless of religious background through a diversified social ministry program addressing many critical human care needs.

We are seeking employees that share those same values and want to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

The Villa and Crane's Mill, both 5 STAR senior care communities of LSMNJ, located in desirable Florham Park and West Caldwell, is currently seeking a MDS Coordinator.

• General Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the coordination of all necessary processes and data to complete the Minimum Data Set in an accurate and timely manner

  Essential Duties:

  • Supports the mission and values of Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey, which is: Through the power of the Holy Spirit, and in response to God’s love as revealed in the Gospel, the mission of the Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey is to serve those in New Jersey who hurt, are in need, or have limited choices.
  • Interact with all identified staff relevant to the completion, updating and transmittal of the MDS 3.0, coordinates all information, data and documentation for the MDS 3.0 as outlined by Federal, State and local regulatory agencies.
  • Ensures all high risk areas identified on the MDS have a corresponding diagnosis and treatment plan which is documented in the Care Plan, Resident Profile and other areas of the resident record as specified by regulatory agencies and LSMNJ policy.
  • Regularly meets with responsible team members to review documentation needs.
  • Completes resident assessments required for MDS accuracy.
  • Appropriately interacts with residents, responsible parties, family, friends, physicians, other related health care and non-health care professionals, visitors, vendors and Federal State and local regulatory agencies including HIPPA.
  • Coordinates with Social Services and attends the initial Baseline Care Plan meeting with select members of the IDT.
  • Maintains the schedule for MDS completion, updates and transmittals.
  • Transmits completed MDS at a minimum weekly and forwards a submission report to the NHA once the process is complete.
  • Tracks Pepper report outcomes and works with the IDT on interventions if indicated.
  • On a monthly basis reviews data in CASPAR and other data sources including Quality Measures. Works with the IDT to address variances in the data and/or negative trends.
  • Works with Social Services to ensure Care Plan meetings have been scheduled and invitations sent to the resident, responsible party, appropriate staff and/or health care and non health care professionals as indicated. .
  • Document notifications and meeting outcomes within resident’s electronic medical records (EMR) Ensures a note is written following each Care Plan review in the EMR.
  • Maintains responsibility for the completion of Physician certification of skilled services, ensuring they are complete, accurate and readily available in the EMR.
  • In times of crisis staffing may be asked to assume a nursing leadership role for a specified period of time.
  • Provide In-services to nursing staff regarding MDS documentation needs, new assessments and specific resident documentation issues. Participates in updating the Plan of Care and is Responsible for ensuring the Care Plan accurately reflects the resident’s condition and treatment plan.
  • Participates in scheduled Quality Assurance Meetings and submits reports related to MDS completion and accuracy and specific documentation items, etc. as assigned.
  • Participates in the Triple Check Process.
  • Acts as the Case Manager for residents receiving skilled services under a managed care provider, tracking covered days and providing regular updates as requested.
  • Actively participates in the survey process by authorized regulatory agencies providing documents as requested and working with the nursing team on the accuracy of the resident roster.
  • Practice Standard Precautions; practices the safe and proper handling and disposal of all infected materials, equipment and linens and enforces staff compliance.
  • Completes annual compliance and HIPAA training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the LSMNJ Code of Ethics and Business Integrity in the performance of duties.
  • Adheres to the Organization’s Policies and Procedures regarding the Compliance Program of the organization and is timely in reporting any possible concerns.
  • Follows all local, state and federal regulations as they pertain to the position.
  • Adheres to the Organization’s Policies and Procedures covering Privacy and Security in Compliance with HIPAA regulations
  • Other duties as assigned by the supervisor, necessary for the efficient operation of the department/facility.

Education/Training/Certifications: Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred; Registered Nurse License in NJ; CPR required. ANAAC certification preferred

Skill(s): Active listening and visual skills, verbal and written communication skills, time management. Ability to lead a team and work as a member of an interdisciplinary group of peers

Experience: One to year experience as a licensed Registered Nurse in a Skilled Nursing facility; minimum of two years as a MDS Coordinator.

LSMNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

From: Lutheran Social Ministries