MDS Coordinator LPN or RN Skilled Nursing Facility

Job Description

Job Description

MDS Coordinator – LPN or RN

Allure of Zion | Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

Join the Allure of Zion Team!

Allure of Zion is seeking a dedicated and experienced MDS Coordinator – LPN or RN to join our skilled nursing team. If you are organized, detail-oriented, knowledgeable in long-term care, and passionate about providing quality resident care, we want to hear from you!

As the MDS Coordinator, you will play a critical role in coordinating the assessment process, ensuring accurate and timely completion of MDS assessments, supporting the interdisciplinary team, and helping ensure the facility receives appropriate reimbursement for the care and services provided to our residents.

About Allure of Zion

At Allure of Zion, we are committed to providing exceptional care in a compassionate, resident-centered environment. Our facility offers a variety of services, including:

• Short-term rehabilitation

• Respite care

• Long-term skilled nursing care

• Hospice services

• Dementia and memory care

Our team is dedicated to creating an environment where residents feel safe, respected, supported, and at home.

Position Responsibilities

As the MDS Coordinator, you will:

• Coordinate the MDS assessment process for residents throughout their stay.

• Ensure accurate and timely completion of required MDS assessments, including Medicare/PPS, quarterly, annual, and significant change assessments.

• Coordinate interdisciplinary team participation in the MDS process.

• Maintain an accurate MDS calendar and assessment schedule, including appropriate Assessment Reference Dates (ARDs).

• Review documentation to support accurate MDS coding and reimbursement.

• Complete MDS data entry and electronic submission.

• Verify successful electronic submission of assessments.

• Complete corrections and modifications when necessary.

• Maintain accurate and organized MDS records and supporting documentation.

• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, activities, and other interdisciplinary team members.

• Monitor assessment completion to ensure regulatory and facility deadlines are met.

• Assist with identifying changes in resident condition that may require an MDS assessment.

• Maintain knowledge of current CMS and regulatory requirements related to the MDS process.

• Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings as appropriate.

• Promote accurate documentation and quality outcomes for our residents.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current, active, and unencumbered Illinois LPN or RN license

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team

Preferred:

• Previous MDS experience

• Long-term care/skilled nursing experience

• Knowledge of CMS regulations and the RAI/MDS process

• Experience with electronic MDS submission systems

We are willing to consider an experienced LPN or RN who is looking to grow into the MDS Coordinator role.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $42–$46 per hour

• LPN or RN candidates welcome

• Opportunity to pick up additional hours as a floor nurse

• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 3%

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off for eligible full-time employees

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

• Supportive leadership team

• Team-oriented work environment

Why Join Allure of Zion?

At Allure of Zion, we believe our employees are the foundation of the care we provide. We strive to create a workplace where team members feel valued, supported, and have opportunities to grow.

If you are an LPN or RN with long-term care experience who is ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to meet you!

Apply today and become part of the Allure of Zion team!

Allure of Zion is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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