MDS Assessment Coordinator (RNAC)

Ava Nursing and Rehab Center; Curwensville (Clearfield County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ava Nursing and Rehab Center in Curwensville, PA is seeking an experienced RN MDS Coordinator to lead the Resident Assessment Instrument process. You will ensure timely, accurate MDS assessments and support compliance with federal and Pennsylvania regulations.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop care plans, perform audits, and provide staff education on MDS workflows. If you know RAI, PDPM, and CMS guidelines, you’ll help maintain high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• RN license in PA required.
• Minimum 2 years in skilled nursing/long-term care.
• Prior MDS Coordinator experience required.
• Strong knowledge of RAI, PDPM, CMS guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments per federal/state guidelines.
• Submit MDS assessments to regulatory agencies timely and accurately.
• Develop and update resident care plans based on assessments.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure quality care.
• Ensure CMS and PA State compliance; participate in care plan meetings.
• Conduct audits for documentation accuracy and compliance.
• Educate staff on MDS processes and documentation.

Skills

RN license (PA)

2+ years long-term care

MDS coordination experience

RAI process knowledge

PDPM knowledge

CMS guidelines knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork (multidisciplinary)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented RN MDS Coordinator to join our skilled nursing and long-term care team. The RN MDS Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, ensuring accurate and timely completion of MDS assessments, and supporting compliance with federal and Pennsylvania state regulations.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and complete Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in accordance with federal and state guidelines
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of MDS assessments to regulatory agencies
• Develop, review, and update resident care plans based on assessment findings
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality resident care
• Monitor and maintain compliance with CMS regulations and Pennsylvania State Requirements
• Participate in care plan meetings with residents and families as needed
• Conduct audits to ensure documentation accuracy and regulatory compliance
• Provide education and guidance to staff regarding MDS processes and documentation

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of PA
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting
• Prior MDS Coordinator experience required
• Strong knowledge of RAI process, PDPM, and CMS guidelines
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team