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General Purpose
Provide support and training to MDS Coordinators to ensure proper assessment and treatment of residents in nursing homes, in accordance with state and federal standards.
Essential Duties
- Conduct monthly Regional MDS meetings for training and CMI development.
- Assist facilities with their clinical, MDS, dietary, social services, and regulatory policies and related education.
- Monitor and assist with RAC audits received from Insurance, State, or CMS.
- Develop regional tracking and trending reports for clinical metrics regarding CMS 5-star rating.
- Assist facilities in improving 5-star rating in all categories.
- Provide oversight and direction to the MDS department.
- Conduct visits to facilities to assess and train clinical staff.
- Create action plans as needed to facilitate growth and development.
- Attend regional meetings and provide clinical insight as requested by the RVP.
- Assist facilities in their clinical risk management efforts.
- Assist facility defense attorneys as needed with lawsuits, depositions, reports, and document production.
Supervisory Requirements
Provide oversight and direction to the MDS department and assist with the overall supervision and management of regional MDS staff.
Qualification
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent Accredited
- Nursing Program Degree.
Language Skills
Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals. Effectively present information and respond to questions from leadership and employees.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret a variety of instructions.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Professional License must remain active and in good standing at all times with the State Board of Nursing. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in the Microsoft Suite products.
Physical Demands
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer.
- Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, read, or hear.
- Frequent use of office-related equipment, including copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and calculator.
- Travel by auto or airline may be required.
- The work environment is usually low to moderate noise level
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
PACS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
- Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
- PTO and Vacation: Benefit from generous paid time off and holidays to relax and recharge.
- Financial Wellness: Take advantage of Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to manage your healthcare expenses effectively.
- Retirement Planning: Secure your future with our 401(k) plan, complete with company contributions to help you build your retirement savings.
- Support When You Need It: Our Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) provides confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
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