Summary:The Minimum Data Set Coordinator isresponsible for the accurate and timely completion of the Minimum Data Set(MDS), Care Area Assessments (CAAs), and Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI)processes in accordance with Centers of Medicare/Medicaid (CMS) regulations,New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) requirements, PDPM (Patient-DrivenPayment Model) and Voorhees Pediatric Facility (VPF) policies. This roleensures precise assessment, documentation, and interdisciplinary communicationto support high-quality resident care, accuratereimbursement, and regulatory compliance.
Hours: Full Time, 40 hoursper week, Monday- Friday.
Compensation: $85,000-$105,000per year
Reports to: Facility Administrator
PositionPrerequisites: Required- Previous MDS Coordinator experience
- Valid New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing.
- 1-2 years of experience in long-term care or subacute rehabilitation.
- Proficiency in electronic health records and MDS software systems.
- Strongknowledge of RAI Manual, PDPM, and NJDOH Long Term Care regulations.
- Exceptionalattention to detail.
- Stronganalytical and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability tomanage deadlines and multiple assessments simultaneously.
- Strongunderstanding of clinical documentation and regulatory standards.
- Effectivecommunication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Preferred- Certificationas a Resident Assessment Coordinator (RAC-CT).
- Experiencewith NJ Medicaid Case Mix Index (CMI) system.
- Priorleadership or staff education experience.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements- Occasionallifting, bending, or assisting during resident assessments.
PositionResponsibilities:- Completeand submit MDS assessments accurately and within required federal and statetimelines.
- Coordinateand lead the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI)process.
- Maintaincompliance with CMS, NJDOH regulations, and facility policies.
- Initiateand complete Care Area Assessments (CAA)
- Ensuretimely completion of Significant Change in Status Assessments (SCSA)
- Analyze MDSData to identify opportunities for improvement
- Contributeto Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI)initiatives.
- Develop andrevise individualized care plans based on MDS findings
- Ensureassessments support accurate Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM)
- Monitor theCase-Mix Index (CMI) for NJ Medicaid
- Serve asthe primary inter-departmental liaison, educator and supervisor of MDS relatedcare.
- Preparationand participation in NJDOH surveys, audits, and quality reviews.
PositionBenefits: MedicalBenefits:- Medical,Dental and Vision coverage
- Medical"Opt-out" Stipend
- 401(K) retirement program with employer match
- FlexibleSpending Account (FSA)
Personal Benefits:- PaidTime Off
- Shortand Long Term Disability Plans
- HospitalIndemnity
- CriticalIllness and Accident Insurance
- DependentCare Account
- EmployeeAssistance Program
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