MDS Coordinator RN or LPN

Now Hiring: MDS Coordinator (RN or LPN)

Northgate Health & Rehabilitation

Bessemer, Alabama

Full-Time

Northgate Health & Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented MDS Coordinator (RN or LPN) to join our clinical leadership team. If you have a strong understanding of the MDS process, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, care planning, and clinical documentation, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a supportive interdisciplinary team.

As our MDS Coordinator, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate resident assessments, maximizing reimbursement, maintaining regulatory compliance, and supporting exceptional resident outcomes.

• Coordinate and complete the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, including MDS assessments and Care Area Assessments (CAAs)
• Ensure timely and accurate completion and submission of all MDS assessments
• Develop and coordinate comprehensive interdisciplinary care plans
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and physicians to ensure accurate clinical documentation
• Monitor Medicare and Medicaid documentation to support appropriate reimbursement
• Maintain compliance with CMS regulations and state guidelines
• Participate in Medicare meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical audits
• Educate and support nursing staff regarding documentation requirements and regulatory standards
• Assist with survey preparation and regulatory compliance activities

• Current Alabama RN or LPN license in good standing
• Previous MDS Coordinator experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of RAI process, PDPM, Medicare, Medicaid, and CMS regulations
• Experience with skilled nursing or long-term care preferred
• Excellent assessment, documentation, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting regulatory deadlines
• Experience with electronic medical records is preferred

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company participation
• Paid time off
• Supportive clinical leadership team
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on resident care and quality outcomes
• Stable organization with opportunities for professional growth and advancement

If you are passionate about quality resident care, clinical excellence, reimbursement accuracy, and regulatory compliance, we encourage you to apply today and become part of the Northgate Health & Rehabilitation team.

Northgate Health & Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.