MDS Coordinator RN/LPN

Job Description

Job Description

Ready to take your MDS nursing career somewhere new?

Whether you're an experienced MDS Coordinator looking for your next opportunity or a skilled Registered Nurse (RN)/Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) ready to transition into an MDS-focused role, FullShift Staffing could be your perfect next step.

We're offering an exciting MDS Coordinator opportunity where you'll not only earn competitive pay, but also play a critical role in ensuring quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and accurate reimbursement. If you're detail-oriented, enjoy collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and thrive in a supportive environment that values both clinical excellence and professional growth—keep reading.

Position: MDS Coordinator- RN/LPN

Employment Type: Permanent/Direct Hire (or Contract, if applicable)

Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

Schedule: Full-Time, Days (M-F, no weekend coverage)

Pay: Competitive compensation based on experience

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Specialized Nursing Role – Utilize your clinical expertise in a position that directly impacts resident outcomes and facility success.

• Professional Growth – Expand your knowledge of reimbursement, compliance, and long-term care regulations while advancing your career.

• Collaborative Environment – Partner with an interdisciplinary team committed to providing exceptional resident care.

• Support You Can Count On – FullShift Staffing will guide you through every step of the hiring process and help you find the right fit.

What We're Looking For:

• Detail-oriented RN/LPN with a passion for long-term care.

• Strong knowledge of the MDS process, care planning, and regulatory compliance.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.

• A proactive problem-solver committed to accuracy and quality resident care.

Requirements:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current RN/LPN licensure in the state in which employment occurs.

• Minimum of two years health care experience.

• Experience with MDS completion, reimbursement, clinical resource utilization and/or case management is highly desirable.

• Ability to work flexible work hours to support business requirements.

• Complete and pass all Next Step Healthcare specific MDS training modules (Relias) within the first 90 days of employment and ongoing per company policy.

• Competency with standard office software applications as well as software applications related to MDS/RAI processes.

• High initiative and ability to efficiently and effectively lead interdisciplinary teams and coordinate and manage RAI process.

• Ability to utilize both local and corporate resources in the execution of job responsibilities.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Coordinates timely, accurate, and complete assessment of the resident’s health and functional status during the entire assessment period.

• Ensures accurate and timely completion of all Medicare/Medicaid case-mix documents in order to assure appropriate reimbursement for services provided within the facility.

• Tracks Skilled (MRA/HMA/HMO) customers utilizing Case Management Tools to determine continued and appropriate Medicare/Managed Care eligibility and benefit period through regular communications with Clinical Reimbursement Specialist, Business Office and external Case Managers.

• Ensures that additional requirements of the Medicare Program are met, such as Physician certification and re-certification.

• Participates in the interdisciplinary team process to communicate opportunities, facilitate efficient and effective care plan development and management.

• Ensures the accurate and timely completion of all MDS assessments including PPS, scheduled and unscheduled discharges, Admission, quarterly, annual and significant change.

• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to identify significant change in status and implementation of Significant Change in Status MDS.

• Maintains an accurate schedule of all MDS assessments to include the proper reference dates throughout the residents stay.

• Performs Modifications/Inactivation ’s of assessments in accordance with CMS Correction Policy and collaboration with Clinical Reimbursement Specialist.

• Ensures the timely electronic submission of all Minimum Data Sets and secures back-up personnel to complete this process.

• Reviews the validation reports and ensures that appropriate follow-up action is taken.

• Reviews Late/Missed assessment reports monthly and addresses issues as appropriate.

• Reviews discharged managed care with BOM on a weekly basis.

• Participates in month end Triple Check and other meetings per Next Step Healthcare’s policy.

• Facilitates Case Management meeting per Next Step Healthcare’s policy.

• Functions as an RAI and Clinical Reimbursement resource to the facility staff.

• Utilizes Relias annual competency training as well as for educational resource as needed.

• Assists in the orientation and training of new associates on the RAI process and ensures the dissemination of any new or updated materials regarding the RAI and/or Federal and State regulations.

• Ensures timely RN coordinator signatures.

Other Duties:

• Maintains current knowledge of reimbursement regulations.

• Maintains data in an organized, easily retrievable manner.

• Maintains good personal hygiene and follows dress code requirements.

• Communicates regularly with the Clinical Reimbursement Specialist to discuss identified clinical reimbursement concerns and/or opportunities.

• Other duties as assigned or needed.

Benefits You'll Enjoy:

• Competitive salary or weekly pay for contract assignments.

• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible permanent employees.

• Housing, meal, and travel stipends (for travelers, if applicable).

• A supportive, responsive team that's with you every step of the way. FullShift Staffing provides every clinician with a dedicated recruiter, onboarding support, and payroll expertise so you can feel confident in your next opportunity.

• The opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on resident care and facility success.

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, or you'd like to learn more, apply today! We'd love the opportunity to help you find your next great position.

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