Coordinator Prospective Payment - Anderson Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

30

Work Shift:

Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

• The PPS Coordinator functions under the Director of Rehabilitation Services and provides coordination of the timely and accurate completion of the Patient Assessment Instrument for each rehabilitation patient. This individual reviews and edits the information included in the PAI for each patient to ensure accuracy in the scoring of functional status and portrays a reflection of the patient's care needs. In addition, the position may assist in the ongoing monitoring of quality metrics established within the unit. This position will have access to confidential information and requires confidentiality.
  • Investigates co-morbidities to be included in the CMG
  • Responsible for staff education to improve scoring with Quality Indicators
  • Review facility nursing  and therapy documentation to eliminate repetition
  • Oversees/completes and ensures accuracy and the completion of the IRF-PAI prior to electronic transmission
  • Serves as an educator to IRF-PAI users and maintain ongoing knowledge of the regulations surrounding PAI and the completion of it within the inpatient rehab setting
  • Collaborates with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to make the most accurate assessment of the needs and strengths of patients
  • Coordinates the completion of the admission assessment of the PAI by the 4th day of patient's stay and the 4th day following discharge for each inpatient rehabilitation patient.
  • Assists the CQPI in identifying and monitoring trends in patient care as identified through the PAI
  • Collaborates with all team members if the clinical team to ensure compliance to all levels
  • Reports and assesses quality metrics for the unit on a monthly basis

Required Minimum Education: 4 year Bachelors Degree- Must be a graduate of an accredited RN/PT/OT/SLP program with current state licensure

Specialty/Major:

Required: Current BLS CPR card

Preferred: 3-5 years’ experience in an acute rehabilitation setting

• Additional Job Description

Additional Job Description

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. 

What we offer
•    Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
•    Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
•    Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
•    Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
 

Department:

ARU - B1 - Anderson

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.