MDS

ROLLINGHILLS; Belle Fourche (SD); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

ROLLINGHILLS is seeking an MDS Coordinator to lead accurate, timely MDS assessments and develop individualized care plans in a Skilled Nursing Facility. You will collaborate with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and other teams to ensure regulatory compliance and high-quality resident outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold an active RN or LPN license. Strong knowledge of CMS/RAI(MDS) guidelines, documentation, and reimbursement processes is required, with excellent organizational and

Qualifications

• Active RN or LPN license as required by state regulations.
• Experience coordinating MDS in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.
• Knowledge of CMS, RAI, and MDS assessment requirements; strong documentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit MDS assessments accurately and within regulatory timeframes.
• Coordinate the resident assessment process with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and other departments.
• Develop, review, and update individualized resident care plans based on assessments.
• Monitor assessment schedules and ensure CMS/state compliance.
• Maintain clinical documentation and assessment records; review records for supporting documentation.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and resident assessments.
• Collaborate with billing/reimbursement teams to support accurate classification and reimbursement.
• Educate staff on MDS documentation, assessment requirements, and compliance standards.

Skills

MDS coordination

CMS regulations knowledge

RAI Manual knowledge

Care planning

Clinical documentation

Reimbursement processes

Organizational skills

Time management

EMR/MDS software

Education

RN or LPN license

Job description

Department: Nursing

Reports To: Director of Nursing (DON)

Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $85K DOE

Position Summary

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and completing accurate, timely Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in accordance with federal and state regulations. This position works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized resident care plans, maintain regulatory compliance, and support quality resident outcomes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete and submit MDS assessments accurately and within required regulatory timeframes.
• Coordinate the resident assessment process with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and other departments.
• Develop, review, and update individualized resident care plans based on assessment findings.
• Monitor assessment schedules and ensure compliance with CMS and state requirements.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and assessment records.
• Review resident medical records to ensure appropriate supporting documentation.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and resident assessments.
• Identify changes in resident conditions that may affect assessment outcomes and care planning.
• Collaborate with the billing and reimbursement teams to support accurate payment classification and reimbursement.
• Monitor quality measures and assist with quality improvement initiatives.
• Educate facility staff on MDS documentation, assessment requirements, and compliance standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, as required by state regulations and facility policy.
• Previous experience in MDS coordination in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.
• Knowledge of CMS regulations, RAI Manual guidelines, and MDS assessment requirements.
• Understanding of care planning, clinical documentation, and reimbursement processes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple assessments.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and MDS software.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience with Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement.
• Knowledge of PDPM and skilled nursing facility quality measures.
• Experience coordinating interdisciplinary care planning.

Work Environment

This position operates in a skilled nursing facility and requires regular collaboration with nursing staff, residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal and state employment laws.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.