MDS Coordinator, RN

Job Overview

MDS Coordinator, RN Full Time – Royal Oaks, a distinguished Human Good life plan community in Duarte, CA. This full‑time position develops, completes, and transmits resident assessments (MDS – Minimum Data Set) in accordance with current Federal and State standards. The incumbent applies comprehensive knowledge of MDS processes, performs utilization reviews, and has knowledge of Quality Improvement and Care Planning.

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Annual Salary: $100,000 – $125,000

• Sets MDS schedule and coordinates completion of the MDS with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
• Completes MDS per RAI manual and ensures accurate, timely completion; signs it as complete.
• Transmits completed MDS to CMS and reviews final validation reports to track errors and correct warning messages.
• Reviews pertinent hospital records to determine the most appropriate MDS ARD, projected HIPPS codes, and identify the most appropriate principal diagnosis for skilled coverage.
• Leads PPS meetings and ensures skilled residents receive appropriate coverage, length of stay, and care.
• Verifies billing aspects of Medicare are thoroughly documented and reimbursed as appropriate, ensuring technical and clinical eligibility.
• Assures PPS admission documentation compliance and forms (e.g., Physician Certs/Re‑certs, SNF ABN, PASRR, GG, DRR, Baseline Care Plan) are completed in a timely manner.
• Provides direct supervision to LVN MDS Nurse.
• Reviews CMS reports, analyzes data, and shares findings with leadership team for quality improvement.
• Works with DO to manage survey‑related reports (e.g., CMS‑672 Resident Census and Conditions, CMS‑802 Matrix).
• Participates in Human Good Medicare and MDS webinars and educational programs to stay current with RAI updates and evidence‑based practices.
• Performs other essential/related duties as required.

• Completed an accredited Licensed Nursing Program (RN).
• Minimum three years’ experience as an RN.
• Minimum one‑year experience as an MDS Nurse.

• 20 days paid time off plus 7 company holidays (increases with years of service).
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and no vesting wait.
• Health, Dental, and Vision plans starting the month following your start date.
• $25+ tax per line cell phone plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Comprehensive employee assistance program.

Human Good is the largest nonprofit owner/operator of senior living communities in California and one of the largest in the country. We are committed to ensuring that all our residents and staff alike can become their best selves.