MDS Director

Now Hiring: MDS Director (RN/LPN) Facility: Palm Beach Nursing Center Location: Lake Worth Beach, Florida Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $46 - $51 (based on experience) Position Overview Palm Beach Nursing Center is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented MDS Director (RN/LPN) to oversee the MDS process and ensure regulatory compliance while promoting exceptional resident-centered care. This leadership role is critical in supporting clinical excellence, care planning accuracy, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Key Responsibilities Ensure the delivery of high-quality, compliant care for long-term care residents Monitor accuracy and timeliness of MDS assessments and documentation Conduct comprehensive initial assessments and resident interviews Develop and oversee individualized care plans with both short-term and long-term goals Lead and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings Collaborate with caregivers, families, and clinical specialists to optimize resident outcomes Provide leadership and guidance to nursing staff Conduct in-service education related to MDS, RAPS, Triggers, PDPM, and Medicare requirements Maintain strict adherence to MDS and care-planning schedules, including non-Medicare residents Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations Qualifications Licensure: Active Florida RN or LPN license in good standing Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an MDS Coordinator in a Skilled Nursing Facility Knowledge Base: Strong working knowledge of MDS, PDPM, Medicare guidelines, and care-planning processes Skills: Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills Benefits Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical & Dental Insurance Company Perks Employee Recognition Programs Supportive, team-oriented work environment One (1) Personal Floating Holiday Why Join Us? At Palm Beach Nursing Center , we value clinical excellence, collaboration, and compassionate care. This is an opportunity to step into a leadership role where your expertise directly impacts resident outcomes and team success. Background screening information: Florida Clearinghouse IND123 #J-18808-Ljbffr