MDS Coordinator for Skilled Nursing Facility

Job Description

Job Description

MDS Nurse / MDS CoordinatorThe Center at Blue Hills | Stoughton, MA

Position: MDS Nurse / MDS Coordinator
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Pay: $45–$50 per hour
License: RN or LPN

Join Our Team!

The Center at Blue Hills is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented MDS Nurse / MDS Coordinator to join our skilled nursing team in Stoughton, Massachusetts.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RN or LPN who is passionate about resident care, clinical documentation, and working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team. The MDS Nurse plays a critical role in ensuring accurate assessments, comprehensive care planning, regulatory compliance, and quality outcomes for our residents.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments accurately and within required regulatory timeframes.

• Review resident medical records and clinical documentation to ensure accurate MDS coding and supporting documentation.

• Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, dietary, social services, activities, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.

• Participate in care plan meetings and assist with the development and updating of comprehensive resident care plans.

• Ensure resident assessments accurately reflect each resident's clinical condition, functional status, and care needs.

• Monitor MDS schedules and ensure timely completion and submission of required assessments.

• Identify documentation discrepancies and collaborate with the appropriate departments to resolve them.

• Monitor changes in resident condition and ensure appropriate documentation and assessments are completed.

• Maintain accurate and organized MDS-related records.

• Assist with regulatory compliance and survey readiness.

• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and facility policies.

• Support quality improvement initiatives and other clinical projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts .

• Previous MDS experience strongly preferred.

• Skilled nursing or long-term care experience preferred.

• Knowledge of the CMS MDS assessment process and long-term care regulations.

• Strong clinical assessment, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively with an interdisciplinary team.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

• Experience with electronic medical records preferred.

• RAC-CT or other MDS certification is a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $45–$50 per hour

• Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule

• Supportive interdisciplinary team

• Opportunity for professional growth and development

• Meaningful work making a difference in the lives of our residents

• Competitive Health and Dental benefits with 401K

Why The Center at Blue Hills?

At The Center at Blue Hills, we believe quality care starts with a dedicated and compassionate team. Our MDS Nurse is an essential part of ensuring that residents receive individualized care while our clinical and interdisciplinary teams have the accurate information they need to provide the highest level of service.

If you are an experienced RN or LPN looking for a rewarding Monday–Friday MDS position, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today and join The Center at Blue Hills!

The Center at Blue Hills is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.