POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Director of Nursing-LTC, coordinates all Medicare assessments, care planning and reimbursement activities for the facility to assure compliance with regulatory agencies. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Minimum: Graduate from a Registered Professional Nursing Program. Preferred: BSN
LICENSE: Minimum: Current New York State Registered Professional Nurse license
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS: Minimum: BLS through RQI upon hire Preferred: Certification in MDS and PRI
WORK EXPERIENCE: Minimum:  Familiarity with  documentation requirements for reimbursement.  Knowledge of New York State Department of Health regulations, and survey process.  MDS, and care planning experience.
SKILLS: Minimum:  Demonstrated leadership abilities.  Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and ability to deal with the public in a professional and courteous manner.  Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities and enhance the spirit of teamwork through effective role modeling.  Computer literacy Preferred:  Experience with Microsoft Office products and MDS/care planning software Salary Range: $36.90-$40.77