MDS Coordinator

Complete Care - New Jersey & PA; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

PTO

Job summary

Complete Care at Shorrock Gardens in Brick Township, NJ, is seeking a Registered Nurse - MDS Coordinator to oversee accurate MDS assessments and teamwork across departments to develop resident care plans.

You will ensure documentation supports high-quality care, regulatory compliance, and appropriate reimbursement, while working with an interdisciplinary team to optimize resident outcomes.

Qualifications

• RN license in New Jersey (current, unrestricted).
• Experience as MDS Coordinator or MDS assessment in skilled nursing preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of federal and state MDS regulations.
• Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete accurate MDS assessments per guidelines.
• Develop individualized resident care plans with nursing, therapy, social services and other departments.
• Ensure documentation supports quality care, regulatory compliance and reimbursement accuracy.
• Monitor MDS assessment schedules and update documentation as conditions change.
• Participate in care plan meetings and contribute clinical expertise to improve resident outcomes.
• Educate and support clinical staff on MDS processes and regulatory updates.
• Collaborate with leadership to maintain compliance and promote quality improvement.
• Help ensure the facility delivers high levels of resident-centered care.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical assessment

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Now Hiring: Registered Nurse (RN) – MDS Coordinator

Join a Team That Values Your Expertise and Leadership! At Complete Care at Shorrock Gardens we believe exceptional resident care starts with exceptional people. Our residents are more than patients—they're family. That's why Complete Care at Shorrock Gardens is committed to creating a compassionate, supportive environment where residents receive outstanding care and our employees are recognized, respected, and empowered to succeed.

As a Registered Nurse-RN-MDS Coordinator, you'll play a vital role in ensuring quality outcomes, accurate assessments, and individualized care plans that enhance the lives of our residents. Your clinical expertise will help drive excellence in care while working alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity where your knowledge and dedication make a difference every day, Complete Care at Shorrock Gardens would love to meet you!

Registered Nurse-RN-MDS Coordinator Schedule & Benefits

• Full-time, day shift, weekend and on-call as needed
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible full-time employees
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment

Registered Nurse-RN-MDS Coordinator Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Current, unrestricted New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Previous long-term care experience preferred
• Experience as a Registered Nurse-RN-MDS Coordinator or MDS assessment experience in a skilled nursing setting preferred
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of federal and state MDS regulations
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams

Registered Nurse-RN-MDS Coordinator Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete accurate MDS assessments in accordance with federal and state guidelines.
• Partner with nursing, therapy, social services, and other departments to develop individualized resident care plans.
• Ensure documentation supports quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and reimbursement accuracy.
• Monitor assessment schedules and update MDS documentation as residents' conditions change.
• Participate in care plan meetings and contribute clinical expertise to improve resident outcomes.
• Educate and support clinical staff on MDS processes, documentation standards, and regulatory updates.
• Work closely with leadership to maintain compliance and promote continuous quality improvement.
• Help ensure Complete Care at Shorrock Gardens continues to provide the highest level of resident-centered care.

At Complete Care at Shorrock Gardens, we invest in our employees because we know great care starts with a great team.

If you're an experienced Registered Nurse-RN-MDS Coordinator who is passionate about quality care, clinical excellence, and making a lasting impact.

Complete Care at Shorrock Gardens is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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