MDS Coordinator

MDS stands for Minimum Data Set , a federally mandated assessment tool used in Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes and long-term care facilities. It collects detailed information about a resident's health, functional abilities, and care needs, including physical, psychological, and psychosocial status, as well as treatments like dialysis, chemotherapy, or therapy services
Role and Responsibilities

• Standardized, high-quality care across facilities.
• Accurate federal and state reimbursement for services provided.
• Compliance with regulatory requirements and public reporting standards
  In summary, an MDS nursing home job is a specialized nursing role focused on resident assessment, care coordination, and regulatory compliance , bridging clinical expertise with administrative responsibilities to support both patient care and facility operations