Lead Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (MDS)

Caring Heart Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Caring Heart Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Philadelphia, PA seeks an experienced Lead Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (MDS) to lead the MDS/RAI process and coordinate interdisciplinary team care plan meetings, ensuring timely and accurate assessments.

Requirements include a current PA RN license and at least 2 years in an MDS or RNAC role, with strong leadership and communication skills to support PDPM classification, chart review, and survey readiness in a dynamic skilled

Qualifications

• Current PA RN license.
• Minimum 2 years of MDS or RNAC experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and lead interdisciplinary team (IDT) care plan meetings.
• Implement and interpret MDS (Minimum Data Set) assessments.
• Review medical records, nursing documentation, and therapy notes to validate MDS accuracy.
• Accurately code MDS items to reflect resident acuity and PDPM classification.
• Track and manage Case Mix Index (CMI) and Quality Measure data to support reimbursement and survey readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

MDS knowledge

Education

PA RN license

Job description

Lead Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (MDS) - Philadelphia, PA

Overview

Caring Heart Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, a skilled rehabilitation and nursing facility located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Lead Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (MDS) to join our team. As a leader in short-term and long-term skilled rehabilitation, we provide exceptional care to our patients and residents. Our mission is to uphold the legacy of compassionate care and provide the highest quality of care to those in need.

Job Summary

The Lead Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (MDS) is responsible for the timely and accurate completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and coordination of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process in accordance with federal, state, and facility guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and lead interdisciplinary team (IDT) care plan meetings
• Implement and interpret MDS (Minimum Data Set) assessments
• Review medical records, nursing documentation, and therapy notes to validate MDS accuracy
• Accurately code MDS Items to reflect resident acuity, ensuring appropriate PDPM classification
• Track and manage Case Mix Index (CMI) and Quality Measure data to support facility reimbursement and survey readiness

Salary & Benefits

• Salary based on experience
• Work as a key member of our multidisciplinary team in a supportive and dynamic environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Additional Requirements

• Current PA RN license
• Minimum 2 years of experience in MDS or RNAC role
• Strong leadership and communication skills

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