MDS Coordinator - Skilled Nursing

Responsibilities

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the accurate completion of the minimum data set and all required resident assessment instruments per state and federal regulations.  The MDS Coordinator provides direction to licensed nurses, non-professional nursing personnel and ancillary departments to ensure all staff are aware of, and competent in, their roles under the Prospective Payment System; and PDPM System.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION

Graduate of an accredited nursing program (vocational nursing, ADN, BSN, etc.).

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

One years clinical experience on a skilled nursing unit and/or with long-term care patients.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Current licensure in Texas as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, or OakBend Managing Codes Program.

Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Computer Skills Necessary.  PDPM Training Required within 6 months.

ABOUT OAKBEND

OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.