MDS Assessor

CareRite Centers; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to $105,000 annually

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development and career成长

Job summary

Sans Souci Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented MDS Assessor (RN or LPN) to join our team. You will coordinate MDS assessments per CMS guidelines, ensure timely submissions, and support regulatory compliance while collaborating with nursing, rehabilitation, dietary, social services, and other disciplines to reflect residents’ needs in care plans.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN or LPN license, has MDS experience in a skilled nursing setting, and

Qualifications

• Current and active RN or LPN license.
• Previous MDS experience in a skilled nursing facility.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, RAI guidelines, MDS 3.0, and PDPM.
• Experience with care planning, clinical documentation, and reimbursement processes.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Complete and coordinate MDS assessments in accordance with CMS guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion and submission of MDS assessments.
• Coordinate the RAI process and maintain compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, dietary, social services, and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure accurate assessments.
• Participate in care plan meetings and ensure individualized care plans reflect residents' assessed needs.
• Review clinical documentation to ensure accuracy and consistency with MDS coding.
• Monitor assessment schedules, submission deadlines, and significant change assessments.
• Support accurate reimbursement by ensuring appropriate documentation and MDS coding.
• Assist with audits, quality assurance initiatives, and survey readiness.
• Educate and guide interdisciplinary staff on MDS requirements and documentation standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve assessment accuracy, clinical outcomes, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

MDS experience

CMS regulations knowledge

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Deadline management

Attention to detail

Education

RN or LPN license

Job description

MDS Assessor

Sans Souci Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Salary: Up to $105,000 per year

Sans Souci Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented MDS Assessor (RN or LPN) to join our team!

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced MDS professional who is passionate about resident care, clinical accuracy, and regulatory compliance. We welcome both Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) with strong MDS experience to apply.

The ideal candidate will play an important role in coordinating the assessment process, ensuring accurate reimbursement, and supporting the facility's overall clinical and quality initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete and coordinate Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in accordance with CMS guidelines and regulatory requirements.

• Ensure timely and accurate completion and submission of MDS assessments.

• Coordinate the RAI process and maintain compliance with federal and state regulations.

• Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, dietary, social services, and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure accurate assessments.

• Participate in care plan meetings and ensure individualized care plans reflect residents' assessed needs.

• Review clinical documentation to ensure accuracy and consistency with MDS coding.

• Monitor assessment schedules, submission deadlines, and significant change assessments.

• Support accurate reimbursement by ensuring appropriate documentation and MDS coding.

• Assist with audits, quality assurance initiatives, and survey readiness.

• Educate and guide interdisciplinary staff on MDS requirements and documentation standards.

• Identify opportunities to improve assessment accuracy, clinical outcomes, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Current and active RN or LPN license required.

• Previous MDS experience in a skilled nursing facility required.

• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, RAI guidelines, MDS 3.0, and PDPM.

• Experience with care planning, clinical documentation, and reimbursement processes.

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary up to $105,000 annually, based on experience.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Paid time off.

• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

Join Our Team!

If you are an experienced RN or LPN with MDS expertise and are looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident care and facility performance, we would love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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