MDS Coordinator (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

MDS Coordinator (RN)

The Emerald Peek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Full-Time Salary: Up to $130,000 per year Make an Impact on Clinical Quality and Resident Care

The Emerald Peek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented

MDS Coordinator (RN)

to join our clinical leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Nurse with strong MDS, clinical documentation, and reimbursement experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting. The MDS Coordinator will play a key role in ensuring accurate assessments, regulatory compliance, and optimal reimbursement while supporting exceptional resident care. Responsibilities

Coordinate and complete MDS assessments accurately and within required timeframes.

Manage the full MDS process, including scheduling, assessments, care area triggers, and documentation.

Ensure compliance with CMS, state, and federal regulations.

Review clinical documentation to ensure accuracy and support appropriate coding and reimbursement.

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

Participate in care plan meetings and ensure resident assessments reflect current needs.

Monitor MDS schedules, submission deadlines, and validation reports.

Identify documentation and coding opportunities and provide education to clinical staff as needed.

Assist with Medicare, Medicaid, and other reimbursement-related processes.

Stay current on changes to MDS requirements, RAI guidelines, PDPM, and applicable regulations.

Participate in quality improvement and survey readiness initiatives.

Maintain accurate and organized records related to MDS assessments and submissions.

Qualifications

Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license

in the applicable state.

Previous experience as an

MDS Coordinator

in a Skilled Nursing Facility or Long-Term Care setting is strongly preferred.

Strong knowledge of

MDS, RAI, PDPM, Medicare, Medicaid, and reimbursement processes

.

Experience with MDS software and electronic medical records.

Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.

Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management abilities.

Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

What We Offer

Competitive salary up to $130,000 per year

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Collaborative and professional work environment

Why Join The Emerald Peek?

At The Emerald Peek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, we are committed to clinical excellence and exceptional resident outcomes. As our MDS Coordinator, you will play an essential role in ensuring quality, compliance, and accurate clinical documentation while working alongside a dedicated interdisciplinary team. Apply today and take the next step in your nursing and clinical leadership career! Equal Opportunity Employer

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