MDS Coordinator

Assure the completion and accuracy of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process from the MDS through the implementation of the plan of care. Initiate and monitor RAI process tracking, discharge, and reentry while collecting data for each resident and interviewing staff to ensure compliance with standards of practice. Facilitate accurate determination of the Assessment Reference Date and provide an interdisciplinary schedule for all MDS assessments and care plans as required by OBRA and PPS. Assist the Director of Nursing with identifying significant changes, physician orders, and verbal reports to ensure MDS and care plans reflect those changes. Coordinate scheduling for resident care planning conferences and communicate outcomes to staff, residents, and responsible parties. Correct and submit final MDS data to State and Federal agencies, maintaining validation records and addressing computer issues related to the MDS process.