MDS

Rolling Hills Healthcare; Belle Fourche (SD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolling Hills Healthcare is seeking an MDS Coordinator to lead accurate MDS assessments and ensure regulatory compliance in a skilled nursing setting.

You will coordinate interdisciplinary assessments, develop care plans, and maintain documentation while supporting CMS/PDPM requirements and reimbursement processes. Strong organization and communication are essential for timely, compliant submissions.

Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN license is required by state regulations.
• Experience coordinating MDS in skilled nursing or long‑term care preferred.
• Knowledge of CMS regulations, RAI guidelines, and MDS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit MDS assessments accurately and within regulatory timeframes.
• Coordinate resident assessment with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services and others.
• Develop, review and update individualized resident care plans.
• Monitor assessment schedules and CMS/state requirements.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and assessment records.
• Review resident medical records for supporting documentation.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and assessments.
• Identify changes in resident conditions affecting outcomes and care planning.
• Collaborate with billing/reimbursement for accurate payment classification.
• Monitor quality measures and assist with quality improvement initiatives.
• Educate staff on MDS documentation and compliance.
• Maintain HIPAA confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

RN/LPN license

MDS coordination

CMS regulations

Care planning

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

EMR/MDS software

Education

RN or LPN license

Tools

EMR software

MDS software

Job description

Department: NursingReports To: Director of Nursing (DON)Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)Employment Type: Full-TimeSalary: $85K DOEPosition SummaryThe 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 ResponsibilitiesComplete 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.QualificationsCurrent 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 ExperiencePrior experience with Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement.Knowledge of PDPM and skilled nursing facility quality measures.Experience coordinating interdisciplinary care planning.Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a skilled nursing facility and requires regular collaboration with nursing staff, residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.Equal Employment OpportunityThe 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.