MDS Consultant, N CA (11 facilities)
$140,000 $170,000 DOE
Road Warrier Position
Job Summary:
Under minimal supervision and with a high degree of independence and critical thinking while being
hands-on in the RAI process, the MDS Consultant oversees and directs the Minimum Data Set
(MDS), Care Area Assessment (CAA) process and the RAI Utilization Guidelines - Patient-Driven
Payment Model (PDPM) processes within specifically-assigned Generations Healthcare facilities. In
close collaboration with facility and clinical leadership partners, relentlessly drives timely and
accurate resident assessment through working side by side with facility MDS Coordinators and the
Inter-Disciplinary Team (IDT) to ensure full compliance with governing industry, federal and state
regulations and integration of/alignment with Generations Healthcare standards, policies, and
processes.
Essential Functions
Leads, directs, completes, improves, standardizes, trains, and conducts audits to ensure the
consistency in the delivery and application of standards in resident assessment across facility
regions and areas.
Acts as tireless clinical partner by assisting in the completion of the RAI process. Including
but not limited to: Conducting resident assessment, observation and interview; Care Area
Assessment (CAA) decision making process; Care plan development, Care plan
implementation and Evaluation, these are all involved in hands-on approach This hands-on
work is in the course of regular operations, in the absence of staff or in the needed skill set
of existing staff, during times of census swings or as needed with certain resident(s)
diagnos(es), and as a teaching and training method with staff.
Ensures strict consistency and compliance with CMS regulations and alignment with the
organization’s overall objectives and needs. Clarifies any deviation from regulations and
drives corrective action as needed.
Regularly and systematically visits assigned facilities. Ensures organization and reporting of
results of facility visits; follows up with written reports and ensures facility adherence and
prompt follow up to any corrective action.
Regularly establishes and supports development of partnership with facility DONs and
Nurse Consultants to create a more effective and efficient clinical resource; works to
understand and actively create systems for skill-sharing, cross training, and other efficiencies
that build a robustly competent clinical presence.
Working with individual needs and in collaboration with Clinical Services, local DON, and
facility leadership, assesses MDS Consultants to ensure development of skill set, improve
quality of work, and support employee productivity and retention. Works with Director of
MDS Training and Advancement and local Staff Developer to facilitate training to enhance
MDS Coordinators’ skills set and knowledge base.
Ensures the local and regional maintenance of appropriate privacy and confidentiality
protocols that pertain to resident assessment, collaborating on any real or potential breaches
as appropriate.
Acts as subject matter expert and partner to assist facilities with preparation for facility
surveys through ongoing audits and implementation of recommendations derived from such
audits, compliance assessments, mock survey, and follow-up.
Works in close partnership with local MDS Coordinators to gather and present survey exit
summary information with DON, and Administrator, if available, to advise on findings and
urgent issues.
Implements MDS and PDPM programs, systems and practices for new GHC facilities;
works in tandem with Operations as needed during due diligence and ensures hands on
involvement during eventual acquisition/start up to ensure MDS services are implemented
audited, and improvements made as needed within the initial days and weeks of operation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) and Patient-Driven Payment Model
(PDPM) as utilized in a Skilled Nursing Facility setting
Extensive knowledge of MDS and PDPM in relationship to Quality Measures and the CMS
Five-Star Quality Rating System
Knowledge of essential computer programs including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office,
Adobe, Zoom (or other webinar platform), etc.
Ability to execute on multiple assignments and priorities with extensive detail coordination
and program management
Strong leadership and influence skills
Demonstrated ability to manage change
Exemplary communication, influencing, consulting, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of personality types
Excellent communication, both written and verbal, and problem solving skills
Flexibility and a willingness to learn new things
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions at all employee levels
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to manage details and provide appropriate follow-up to ensure organization
satisfaction
Education and Experience
Degree in Nursing with current and clear RN licensure within the state(s) of practice
7-10 years’ experience in skilled nursing with an emphasis on patient assessment and MDS
management
Experience in creating strong relationships that foster the spirit of innovation, improvement,
and collaborative solutions and developments
Experience in group facilitation required
We offer a competitive compensation package, healthcare benefits and excellent career growth opportunities. Health Benefits for full-time employees offered 1st of the month following hire date.
Benefits and incentive programs (including sign-on bonuses, if applicable) are subject to eligibility requirements and may change at any time. Sign-on bonus terms and amounts are subject to change and are based on the employee’s date of hire.
Please note: This position requires the successful completion of a background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screening as part of the hiring process.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination against employees or applicants based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, reproductive health decision making, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, military status, veteran status, uniformed service member status, sexual orientation, transgender identity, citizenship status, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.
