MDS Coordinator; RN

MDS Coordinator (RN)

Full-Time | Exempt | Day Shift

We are seeking a clinically strong and highly organized MDS Coordinator (RN) to lead and oversee the resident assessment process. This role ensures accuracy, compliance, and coordination of the MDS, CAAs, and care planning process across all payer sources.

This position is ideal for an RN with advanced clinical judgment and experience managing the full RAI process in a skilled nursing setting.

• Oversee and coordinate the full RAI/MDS, CAA, and care planning process
• Ensure assessments accurately reflect resident condition, services, and care needs
• Lead or participate in PPS, Medicare, and utilization review meetings
• Ensure timely completion, validation, and transmission of all MDS assessments
• Collaborate with therapy, nursing, and interdisciplinary team members on ARDs and care plans
• Monitor and analyze Quality Measures and initiate performance improvement actions
• Provide ongoing education and support to staff regarding the RAI process
• Ensure documentation supports regulatory compliance and optimal reimbursement
• Prepare for audits, surveys, and regulatory reviews
• Participate in process improvement initiatives related to quality and workflow

• Current, active RN license in the state
• Minimum three (3) years of clinical experience; long-term care preferred
• Strong working knowledge of RAI/MDS regulations and reimbursement systems
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead interdisciplinary collaboration and meet regulatory deadlines
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality

• Advanced clinical leadership role with organizational impact
• Opportunity to influence care quality and reimbursement accuracy
• Collaborative interdisciplinary environment
• Purpose-driven work in skilled nursing