MDS Director; RN

MDS Director (RN)

National Health Care Associates — The Pines at Poughkeepsie

Join our team as an MDS Director in a certified Great Place to Work. You will lead the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for personalized resident care plans and capture clinical reimbursement for services.

As an MDS Director, you will manage the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments necessary for developing personalized resident care plans and the capture of clinical reimbursement for services provided. You will ensure the highest level of revenue integrity and compliance to all state and federal regulations for MDS completion and coding conventions.

• Lead and oversee the MDS program, ensuring compliance and accuracy in assessments
• Determine Patient Driven Payment Method (PDPM) and expense associated with potential admissions
• Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores, looking for potential risks and/or changes that may affect reimbursement
• Train, mentor and/or manage MDS Coordinators, providing guidance and support
• Coordinate and participate in comprehensive resident assessments and care planning
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate data collection for assessments
• Provide insights and ongoing education to facility staff and leaders
• Track, trend and analyze assessment data to confirm compliance and identify strategic opportunities to optimize reimbursement
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in nursing care

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

USD $ – $ per year.

• 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 MDS and billing process
• Knowledge and understanding of Electronic Medical Record (EMR), PDP, MDS 3.0, Medicaid and Medicare requirements
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Deadline driven, exceptionally detail-oriented individual with strong organizational skills, analytical capabilities and the ability to make decisions independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work effectively and influence others in a multidisciplinary team environment

National Health Care Associates (National) is a family‑run organization since 1984. When you join the team at a National center, you bring life‑changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.