MDS Coordinator

University Health & Rehabilitation Center in Durham, NC is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team as a MDS Coordinator.

LPN hiring range: $37.00 - $38.50/ hr.

RN hiring range: $41.50 - $43.00/ hr.

As a MDS Coordinator your primary responsibility will be to ensure that every patient has an accurate minimum data set (MDS) assessment and work closely with the interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive plans of care after reviewing the patient’s medical record and communicating with direct care staff, the patient’s physician, and family. You will play a pivotal role in helping us meet our commitment to providing Care Beyond Compare.

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience
• Excellent Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, & Other Elective Benefits Available
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time Employees
• Career Growth Opportunities

• Complete and submit accurate minimum data set (MDS) assessments on patients.
• Oversee care plan process including coordination of patient care plan conferences.
• Ensure Assessment Reference Date (ARD) stays within Medicare & Medicaid guidelines.
• Participate in monthly Quality Measure meetings.
• Work with nursing leadership team to identify and resolve opportunities in documentation.
• Assist interdisciplinary team in making appropriate Medicare coverage decisions.

• Active, unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in North Carolina.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will be considered with relevant experience.
• Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care MDS experience preferred.
• Proficient with computer programs including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• This is a salaried/exempt position.

If you're looking to join an outstanding team of professionals where every day you can make a sincere difference in someone's life, we're looking for you!