MDS Coordinator

Come Join Our Amazing Team!

We are a dedicated skilled nursing facility committed to providing exceptional care for our residents. We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced MDS Coordinator to join our interdisciplinary team.

Requirements:

• Licensed Massachusetts RN or LPN
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an MDS Coordinator (MDS experience required)
• Strong communication, organizational, and assessment skills
• Knowledge of Medicare coverage, PPS, and OBRA regulations

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and facilitate resident assessments in accordance with Federal and State regulations
• Establish and manage assessment schedules to ensure accurate and timely completion
• Transmit assessments to the State of Massachusetts, Department of Health
• Coordinate resident care plans in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Initiate Medicare coverage for newly qualified residents and issue denial letters when necessary
• Stay updated on Medicare changes and determine required documentation for reimbursement
• Coordinate, plan, implement, and evaluate resident care following the MDS process
• Facilitate care conferences with the interdisciplinary team
• Complete and review Minimum Data Sets (MDS)
• Educate and train nursing staff and other departments on MDS processes and documentation
• Ensure all current MDS/PPS updates are implemented and staff are in-serviced
• Cross-train between PPS and OBRA processes
• Conduct regular resident interviews as required by MDS

Why Join Us:

• Supportive, collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident care
• Competitive compensation and professional development opportunities