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MDS Coordinator
Job Number: MDShTX091202
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (BSL) a publicly traded company (NYSE: BKD)
Want to become a member of our professional team and work for the largest senior living provider in the United States? Consider joining our team at The Hampton at Post Oak located in Houston, TX!!
One Company – One Mission – One Voice. Good people make the difference and are the key to the company’s success. Brookdale Senior Living operates 564 locations in 35 states and employs approximately 27,500 full and part time associates and serves nearly 52,000 residents. BSL offers its residents access to a full continuum of services. – independent living, assisted living, retirement centers / continuing care retirement communities ( CCRC ) and management services.
Immediate Opening: MDS Coordinator
Job Type: Full Time
Location: The Hampton at Post Oak – 2929 Post Oak Boulevard, Houston, TX 77056
Location Web Address: http://www.brookdaleliving.com/the-hampton-at-post-oak.aspx
Contact: Rita Hodge
Email: RHodge@BrookdaleLiving.com
Fax: 713-830-5085
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 process within 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:
• LVN 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 send resume to Rita Hodge at RHodge@BrookdaleLiving.com or fax 713-830-5085. Benefits: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k), Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off Location: Houston, TX Compensation: DOE Per Hour
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