RN - MDS Nurse Assessor

RN - MDS Nurse Assessor
Pay Rate Range: $74,000 - $96,525 / year (Earn more with experience!)
NEW: Gas Allowance Benefit for Full-time and Part-time positions

 

Are you a Registered Nurse (RN) with Medicare experience?
Do you consider yourself an expert in assessment and reimbursement methodology? We want to talk with you! Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid is seeking a high-quality, knowledgeable RN - MDS Nurse Assessor to join our team. We are looking to fill a FULL TIME position.

Why Join Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid?

Gas Allowance Stipend

Newly renovated building

Increased Tuition Assistance Program for Clinical Tracks

Shift Differentials

Full Benefits Package

Employee Referral Program

Located in Lake Placid, NY — home of the 1980 Winter Olympics!

Position Overview

The MDS Nurse Assessor is responsible for collecting and submitting assessment data critical to the health and well-being of our residents. You will support the MDS/PPS Coordinator in completing PPS and/or OBRA assessments for both subacute and long-term care residents, as well as perform additional tasks as assigned.

This is a Day Shift position

We will train the right candidate!

RN - MDS Nurse Assessor - Essential Job Functions:

Accurately and timely complete and submit Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments

Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and facility policies

Actively participate in utilization management processes, including PDPM and state case mix systems

Conduct resident interviews

Compile, monitor, and audit clinical documentation

Communicate clinical issues effectively to appropriate clinicians

Support and assist the MDS/PPS Coordinator as needed

Demonstrate thorough knowledge of policies and procedures

Utilize electronic timekeeping systems as directed

Follow facility dress code and identification policies

Abide by all policies related to electronic devices, computers, and tablets

Uphold Elderwood’s Mission, Vision, and Values

Maintain compliance with company code of conduct, HIPAA, and regulatory standards

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or Clinical Reimbursement Department

RN - MDS Nurse Assessor - Qualifications:

Licensed Professional Nurse (RN licensure preferred) with current state license

Prior experience with MDS 3.0 preferred

Long-term care experience preferred

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Self-motivated, highly organized, and dedicated

Willingness to train the right candidate

Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid is a 156 bed skilled nursing facility (SNF) providing comprehensive,personalized orthopedic,cardiac and post-surgical rehab programs,including physical,occupational,and speech therapy. Our services include Subacute Care and Rehabilitation,Palliative Care,Respite Care and Seasons Memory Care.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.