MDS Coordinator
Listed on 2026-10-07
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Nursing
Nursing Home, RN Nurse
MDS Coordinator
Full time, Salary up to $50 hourly all inclusive
Manage the Minimum Data Set assessments in a long-term care facility, ensuring accurate patient evaluations, care planning, and regulatory compliance.
Role OverviewBeing part of a team responsible for overseeing the assessment and clinical reimbursement process.
The primary goal is to evaluate residents’ health, quality of care, and well-being, ensuring that all documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with state and federal regulations.
Assessment Management:Complete MDS forms for each resident, including initial intake, quarterly, annual, and significant change assessments
Care Planning:Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams such as nurses, physicians, therapists, and social workers—to develop and update individualized care plans based on assessment data
Regulatory Compliance:Ensure all assessments meet federal and state guidelines, including OBRA and Medicare requirements, and submit data to systems
Data Collection and Documentation:Conduct resident, family, and staff interviews, perform physical assessments, and review medical records to gather accurate information
Team Coordination:Facilitate interdisciplinary meetings, communicate schedule changes, and educate staff on MDS requirements and documentation standards
Resident and Family Interaction:Explain care plans, address concerns, and provide guidance on the level of care provided
Quality Monitoring:Track patient progress, update care plans as needed, and participate in audits or inspections to maintain high-quality care
Skills and Qualifications
Nursing
Experience:
2–3 years of general nursing experience (LPN or RN)
Clinical Knowledge:Strong understanding of clinical assessment, care planning, and healthcare regulations
Technical
Skills:
Proficiency in data entry, electronic health records, and MDS software systems
Soft Skills:Attention to detail, effective communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines
Professionalism:Compassion, patience, and sensitivity to residents’ needs, while maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards
Equal opportunity employer
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