RAI/MDS Coordinator – Full Time (FT) – Van Daele

Job Description 

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our leadership team, will assist with meeting MDS/RAI timelines and teaching staff about the requirements for data collection and reporting guidelines that support the Home’s funding. If you’re passionate about leading a team that is committed to quality care and driven by innovation and growth, join us! 

This postion is located at our Extendicare Van Daele home located in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.

What you’ll be doing

• Coordinates the completion of MDS assessment on all residents within established timelines.
• Understands how the MDS assessment integrates with existing clinical tools and provides leadership in streamlining these processes.
• Participates in strategic planning for program development/improvement while keeping current on RAI trends.
• Interprets reports generated by Health Zone/AH&W or CIHI and provides critical analysis for Home.
• Participates in the planning and organizing of the home RAI process integration and sustainability
• Provides on-site RAI MDS 2.0 education to all appropriate staff members as a component of staff orientation and regular reviews.
• Manages the coordination of and participating in the timely completion of Resident assessments, tracking forms, Resident Assessment Protocols (RAPs), Resident Care Plans
• Assists RAI users to correctly code assessments and providing ongoing support for validation of coding
• Oversees the RAI process according to home policies, provincial and regional regulations, professional colleges� Standards of Practice and interRAI requirements
• Provides ongoing leadership and mentoring for education, data accuracy, data submission and computer applications of the RAI process
  Implementing a data quality program to ensure data accuracy and promote capacity building and staff competency.
• In consultation with management and interdisciplinary team members, developing processes that ensure data integrity, efficient data collection process, assessment completion and data utilization.
   

What you bring

• 3-5 years’ experience in Long Term Care, experience with MDS
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and a member in good standing with applicable regulatory body
• Knowledge of: InterRAI suite of tools, MDS/RUG III patient classification systems. 

• Proven ability to get things done

• Demonstrated success leading new initiatives

• Well-developed oral and written communication skills

• Knowledge and experience with adult education strategies/facilitation

• Previous experience presenting to groups

• Well-organized, with excellent time management skills

• Clear aptitude for detail-oriented work

• The ability to work with and relate to interdisciplinary team members and other internal stakeholders

• Strong problem solving abilities

• Proficient computer skills

• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one

  When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences. 

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When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences. 

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare! 

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.