Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Estherville, IA
Wellspring Nurse Source
5x8 hrs, Days

An MDS Coordinator Registered Nurse (MDS RN Coordinator) is responsible for coordinating and managing the comprehensive assessment process for residents in long-term care facilities. The MDS RN Coordinator ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, accurate documentation, and the development of care plans that address the medical, functional, and psychological needs of patients in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs).

• Coordinate the completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for residents in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of MDS documentation, care planning, and assessments for residents in skilled nursing facilities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, social workers, and nursing staff, to develop and implement individualized care plans based on MDS findings.
• Review and analyze clinical data, including diagnoses, medications, functional status, and nursing care needs, to identify areas for improvement in patient care.
• Monitor resident care to ensure quality outcomes and adherence to regulatory guidelines, including reimbursement requirements.
• Identify and communicate issues related to Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement, documenting and ensuring compliance with payment criteria.
• Educate staff on MDS guidelines, coding, and documentation requirements, promoting adherence to regulatory standards.
• Develop and maintain documentation and reporting systems that meet regulatory requirements and support data collection for performance improvement initiatives.
• Ensure that care plans are accurately documented, updated, and reflect the residents' current needs, functioning, and goals.
• Serve as a resource to the interdisciplinary team for clinical questions related to the MDS process and patient care.

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted.
• Licensure:
  • Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Certification:
  • MDS Coordinator certification (ACM, RAC-CT, or CRRN) preferred.