Minimum Data Set MDS Coordinator

Brookdale Senior Living Inc., a publicly traded company (NYSE: BKD), is the largest senior living provider in the United States.   Brookdale?s geographic spread, depth of talent, resources and access to capital are unmatched in the industry. Brookdale operates 547 locations in 35 states and employees approximately 27,500 full and part time employees serve nearly 52,000 residents.


 


If you want a rewarding career enhancing the lives of others, we invite you to consider American Retirement Corporation (ARC), a Brookdale Senior Living company. Learn more about ARC at www.arclp.com and BKD at www.brookdaleliving.com or go to www.careersincaring.com for a complete listing of our career opportunities.
 
Immediate Opening: MDS (Minimum Data Set) Coordinator - RN/LVN
 
Job Type: Full-Time
 
Location:  The Summit at Westlake Hills, Austin, TX
 
The Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, recording, updating, and monitoring all Minimum Data Set documentation required by state and other appropriate authorities. Specific responsibilities include:
 
* Regulates and maintains the MDS/PPS program and completion schedule.
* Develops and coordinates appropriate nursing care plan from MDS RUG category.
* Analyzes assessment data independently for complex patient problems and identifies early subtle changes that formulate RUG categories and effect patient care.
* Evaluates effectiveness of nursing care plans, and updates MDS/RAI completion guidelines.
* Promptly respond to all emergency calls with approximate emergency intervention.
* Provide care to residents including administration of treatments, medications, social & emotional support.
We seek the following general qualifications:
 
* Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of Texas.
* In depth knowledge of MDS.
* Two plus years experience with PPS/CMS in a Medicare Nursing Home setting.
* Excellent technical and clinical assessment skills.
* Good communication and documentation skills.
* Previous experience computer systems and related software a plus.
* Solid ability to interact and build relationships with elders.
* Genuine compassion for elders and a dedicated to enhancing their quality of life.
 



HOW TO APPLY: Please apply online at www.careersincaring.com or send email resume to employment@arclp.com (Acceptable resume formats include: MS Word, HTML, Text, or RTF). For email responses/resumes, please include the job number in the subject line of the email: MDSCaTX060810