Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.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 CMGResponsible for staff education to improve scoring with Quality IndicatorsReview facility nursing  and therapy documentation to eliminate repetitionOversees/completes and ensures accuracy and the completion of the IRF-PAI prior to electronic transmissionServes 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 settingCollaborates with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to make the most accurate assessment of the needs and strengths of patientsCoordinates 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 PAICollaborates with all team members if the clinical team to ensure compliance to all levelsReports 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

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission 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.

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What we offer

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

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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 Employers, 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