MDS Nurse - Bronson Commons

Location

BCOM Bronson Commons

MDS Nurse - Bronson Commons

Under general supervision of the Director of Nursing and in accordance with the policies, procedures and guidelines established within Bronson Commons, the MDS (Minimum Data Set Assessment) nurse completes the MDS assessments on patients, completes insurance certifications and re-certifications and prepares responses for insurance medical record audits. Position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy of MDS assessments to ensure the optimization of reimbursement, compliance with regulations and the accuracy of data reported that determines facility 5 Star rating including CMS Quality measures.

• Lead role in managing/determining MDS process including:
• Determination of the most optimal ARD Assessment Dates.
• Ensuring timely completion.
• Monitoring and auditing for MDS accuracy.
• Completes Minimum Data Set Assessments on short stay patients and residents.
• Tracks Priority Health Dashboard Data and Outcomes.
• Processes MPRO and KePRO audits and appeals.
• Completes chart review and completes appeal submittals for all insurance audits.
• Completes insurance certifications and re-certifications.
• Issues NOMNC and ABN forms to patients.
• Attends Care Conference Meetings.
• Attends Discharge Planning Meetings.
• Participates in nursing stand‑by coverage and may be called upon to work as a charge nurse.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Assesses the resident’s physical and psychosocial needs, analyzes assessment data to identify appropriate resident needs, documents nursing history, reviews vital signs to assess condition of resident and detect deviations from normal.
• Analyzes the assessment data to determine patient problems or issues, uses the assessment data to identify resident problems, confirms problems with resident and family when appropriate, documents the expected outcomes and plan of care related to the problems in the medical record.
• Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the resident, utilizes resident/family input when defining outcomes, incorporates the resident values, ethical and cultural considerations, coordinates discharge planning for outcomes not achieved utilizing the continuum of care available.
• Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes, incorporates Clinical Practice Guidelines into the plan when appropriate, develops individualized interventions with resident input when appropriate, considers data from other members of the interdisciplinary team when developing the plan of care.
• Implements the identified plan, administers prescribed medication and treatment in accordance with approved nursing techniques and policies, utilizes evidence‑based interventions specific to the resident’s plan, maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of the resident, initiates a resident education plan, coordinates the implementation of the plan, manages the care plan for residents by organizing and delegating resident care interventions to be implemented, evaluates the effectiveness of care given by self and others.
• Evaluates progress toward attainment of the expected outcomes, evaluates the effectiveness of the planned interventions and the resident response toward achievement of the expected outcomes, documents the resident response toward the expected outcomes.

• Associates degree, Diploma, or Bachelor of Science from an Accredited Nursing Program prior to employment, and successful completion of clinical orientation program.
• MDS experience preferred.
• Experience in Long Term Care setting, Rehab setting, or general Geriatrics practice preferred.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in good standing with the State of Michigan.
• MDS certification required within one year of hire.
• BLS certification required by completion of core orientation.
• Must have excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must be action willing to accept a high-level of responsibility and demonstrate accountability.
• Must be able to prioritize using critical thinking skills.
• Must be willing to seek additional information from a variety of sources.
• Ability to utilize word processing, spreadsheet, keyboard skills, presentation programs, and other software relevant to the job.
• Must be highly organized and have the ability to work efficiently with a high level of accuracy.
• Work may require above average strength and/or stamina to regularly lift weights up to 100 pounds and occasionally assist with heavier tasks.

First Shift

Full time

40

• Competitive pay that recognizes your expertise.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous PTO and retirement plans to support your life outside of work.
• A collaborative, supportive team environment where your voice matters.
• The chance to make a direct impact on quality outcomes, compliance, and patient care.