Responsibilities
MDS
- Effectively complete the MDS and Care Plans
- Discuss elder observations/concerns with appropriate coordinator.
- Generate/update Monthly MDS Calendar and Notification Process for Support Staff
- Provide coaching and direction to staff as needed.
- Discharge planning for residents/elders including home services upon discharge
- Complete the certifications and recertification’s for residents/elders
- Facilitate the weekly Medicare/therapy Utilization Review Meetings
- Act as the therapy liaison
- Provide training materials to staff and team when appropriate
- Collaborate in the development of new processes, forms, and systems
- Be prepared and actively participate in the morning meetings
- Assist in the management of the survey process when required
- Perform any other duties as assigned
Qualifications
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Education: BSN
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Licensure/Certification: Current OH RN license; RN license in IN a plus.
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Experience: Minimum 5 years’ of MDS experience in long-term care//nursing home environment required. Experience in post-acute environments also a plus
Special Skills and Requirements:
- Must have a proven track record of strong MDS skills (casemix management, PDPM management, Quality Measures)
- Ability to be flexible and adapt quickly to change.
- Experience with Electronic Medical Records; PCC experience highly preferred
- Must be detailed oriented and have excellent literacy and writing, documentation, communications and interpersonal abilities.
Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress related to working with persons who are ill, disabled, elderly and/or emotionally upset.
- Must be able to communicate in English.
BENEFITS*
- Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits
- Vision and dental insurance
- Paid Time off that accrues immediately
- Paid Holidays
- Life insurance
- Retirements Savings with a 401(k) or 403(b) with company match
- Get access to 50% of your wages before pay day through PayActiv
- Employee sponsored fund for employees in need
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition Assistance
*Some benefits are based on hours worked
Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife:
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.
Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
Apply today and begin a meaningful career as an MDS Nurse Transition Leader at Otterbein!
