RN / LPN MDS Coordinator

Riverfront Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center Center; Merchantville (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Weekly Appreciation Event

Monthly Gift Giveaways

Job summary

Riverfront Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Newark, NJ is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator to join our administrative team. The MDS Coordinator will determine resident acuity, manage the RAI process, and ensure accurate documentation to maintain regulatory compliance and optimize reimbursement.

Responsibilities include coordinating MDS assessments and care plans with an interdisciplinary team, monitoring Medicare eligibility and RUGs, and overseeing MDS data transmission to state

Qualifications

• Active RN license in New Jersey.
• 2+ years of clinical LTC nursing experience.
• Experience with MDS 3.0 and RAI processes.
• BSN preferred.
• Strong organizational and regulatory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate MDS assessments and care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Track Medicare eligibility and optimize RUG categories.
• Oversee electronic transmission of MDS data to state/federal agencies.
• Lead daily admission and care planning meetings and communicate acuity changes.
• Audit medical records to ensure accurate MDS coding.
• Train staff on MDS terminology and reimbursement regulations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Deadline oriented

LTC regulations knowledge

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey

BSN preferred

Tools

MDS 3.0

RAI process

Job description

Riverfront Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center - MDS Coordinator

Salary

$110,000 - $120,000 Per Year

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event- “Thankful Thursday”
• Monthly Gift Giveaways!!
• Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem

About us

Riverfront Rehab is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed.

If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

Overview

Riverfront Rehab is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced MDS Coordinator to join our administrative team in Newark, NJ. The MDS Coordinator is responsible for determining resident acuity levels, managing the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, and ensuring accurate documentation to maintain regulatory compliance and optimize reimbursement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment & Care Planning: Coordinate the interdisciplinary team to complete MDS assessments and Care Plans within Medicare/Medicaid schedules.
• Revenue Optimization: Track Medicare eligibility and predict RUGs categories; perform concurrent reviews to ensure clinical information accurately reflects the care provided.
• Compliance & Data Management: Oversee the electronic transmission of MDS data to state and federal agencies, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and strict adherence to legal and safety codes.
• Collaboration: Lead daily admission and care planning meetings; communicate acuity changes to the Medical Director, Administrator, and Director of Nursing.
• Quality Control: Conduct regular audits of medical records to validate that documentation supports MDS coding and review final validation error reports.
• Staff Education: Train facility staff on MDS terminology, documentation requirements, and reimbursement regulations to enhance overall clinical data integrity.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey (Required).
• 2+ years of clinical nursing experience in a long-term care (LTC) setting.
• Proven experience with MDS 3.0 completion, RAI processes, and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement.
• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
• Skills: Strong organizational abilities, deadline-oriented mindset, and thorough knowledge of LTC regulations.

Why Join Us

• Supportive Environment: Work alongside a dedicated administrative and clinical leadership team.
• Impact: Play a critical role in the financial and clinical health of our facility, ensuring residents receive the quality care they deserve.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for ongoing training and career advancement within a premier post-acute setting.