Assistant MDS Director RN

The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation & Healing Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

PTO (Paid Time Off)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Perks and Discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation and Healing Center is seeking an experienced Assistant MDS Director RN to join our clinical leadership team. This role supports the MDS Director in coordinating the RAI processes, ensuring accurate MDS submissions, care planning, and regulatory compliance.

This leadership position requires RN licensure, MDS experience in long-term care, and strong knowledge of CMS regulations.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Prior MDS experience in skilled nursing/long-term care.
• RAC-CT certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare, PPS, PDPM and CMS regulations.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with PCC and EMR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with completion and oversight of MDS assessments per regulations.
• Support coordination of the RAI process and care planning.
• Ensure timely MDS submissions to maximize reimbursement and compliance.
• Review clinical documentation for coding accuracy and quality measures.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and interdisciplinary teams on assessments and care plans.
• Monitor Medicare and managed care documentation requirements.
• Assist in audits and regulatory surveys preparation.
• Educate staff on MDS processes and documentation standards.
• Maintain knowledge of CMS guidelines and reimbursement systems.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

MDS process

Communication

Multitasking

Collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) License

RAC-CT certification (preferred)

Tools

PCC

EMR (Electronic Medical Records)

Job description

Assistant MDS Director RN
Full-Time | Skilled Nursing Facility
Salary: Up to $140,000 per year

The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation and Healing Center is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant MDS Director RN to join our clinical leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong clinical professional with MDS experience to grow within a dynamic skilled nursing and rehabilitation environment.

Our facility is dedicated to providing exceptional short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.

Position Overview

The Assistant MDS Director RN supports the MDS Director in coordinating the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, ensuring accurate and timely MDS submissions, care planning, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with completion and oversight of MDS assessments in accordance with federal and state regulations
• Support coordination of the RAI process and interdisciplinary care planning
• Ensure accurate and timely MDS submissions to maximize reimbursement and maintain compliance
• Review clinical documentation to support coding accuracy and quality measures
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and interdisciplinary teams regarding resident assessments and care plans
• Monitor Medicare and managed care documentation requirements
• Assist in preparing for audits and regulatory surveys
• Provide education and support to clinical staff regarding MDS processes and documentation standards
• Maintain knowledge of current CMS guidelines and reimbursement systems

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• Prior MDS experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting required
• RAC-CT certification preferred
• Strong knowledge of Medicare, PPS, PDPM, and CMS regulations
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with PCC and electronic medical records preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary up to $140,000 annually (based on experience)
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Perks and Discount Programs
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation and Healing Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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