MDS Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)

Full time position (Tues-Sat) with on call rotation; come grow wit us!Life Care Center of Longmont has excellent longevity in the leadership team making it a great place to grow your career! We are proud to be recognized for the following:4.8 Average Google star rating based on 637 reviewsUS News and World Report Best Nursing Homes for 2026 for both long term care & short term rehab‘800 Club‘ in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on Reputation.com.5 Star CMS rating for Quality MeasuresPosition SummaryThe RN MDS Coordinator coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate and timely interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CAAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.Education, Experience, and Licensure RequirementsAssociate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or universityCurrently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.Two (2) years’ nursing experience. Geriatric nursing experience preferred.CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.Specific Job RequirementsAdvanced knowledge in field of practiceMake independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actionKnowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facilityImplement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the departmentPerform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitationMaintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential informationUnderstand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance proceduresDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance trainingEssential FunctionsCoordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary, accurate, and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual RegulationsReport any changes in a patient’s condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DONProvide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentationAssist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care PlanReview Final Validation Reports and attest that all assessments have been completed and accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing and notify the Business Office when assessments are not ready to billReview CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrenceAttend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon requestPerform functions of a staff nurse as requiredExhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patientsAssist in the evacuation of patientsDemonstrate dependable, regular attendanceConcentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentCommunicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary teamSit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hoursRead, write, speak, and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer