MDS

(Rolling Hills Healthcare) MRSH Belle Fourche, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolling Hills Healthcare MRSH Belle Fourche, LLC is seeking a qualified MDS Coordinator to lead and coordinate MDS assessments in a skilled nursing facility. You will collaborate with nursing and therapy to develop individualized resident care plans and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires an RN or LPN license and experience in MDS coordination, with strong organizational and documentation skills. Salary is $85K DOE and the position is full-time onsite.

Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN license required by state regulations and facility policy.
• Experience coordinating MDS in skilled nursing or long-term care 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.

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.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Regulatory knowledge

EMR/MDS software

Education

RN or LPN license

Tools

CMS guidelines

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.

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post‑acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission‑driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.