MDS Coordinator

Career Strategies; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental

Medical

Vision

Job summary

Career Strategies is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator in Chicago’s south side to oversee accurate and timely MDS assessments for residents, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans and monitor changes in residents’ conditions.

The role requires an active RN or LPN license in Illinois, strong MDS knowledge, excellent communication, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

Qualifications

• RN or LPN license in Illinois
• Experience as an MDS Coordinator or in a similar role preferred
• Strong understanding of MDS assessment process and regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' medical, functional, and psychosocial status.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans based on assessment findings.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of MDS assessments (initial, quarterly, annual).
• Monitor and track changes in residents' conditions and update care plans as needed.
• Serve as a resource to staff regarding MDS documentation and compliance requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance resident care and outcomes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory guidelines and best practices in long-term care.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Detail-oriented

Compassionate care

Regulatory knowledge

Education

RN or LPN license in Illinois

Job description

Seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator in Chicago, south side. As an MDS Coordinator, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate and timely completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for our residents, in accordance with federal and state regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' medical, functional, and psychosocial status.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans based on assessment findings.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of MDS assessments, including initial, quarterly, and annual assessments.
• Monitor and track changes in residents' conditions, updating care plans, as necessary.
• Serve as a resource to staff members regarding MDS documentation and compliance requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance resident care and outcomes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory guidelines and best practices in long‑term care.

Requirements:

• Current RN or LPN license in the state of Illinois.
• Previous experience as an MDS Coordinator or in a similar role preferred.
• Strong understanding of MDS assessment process and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Compassionate and patient‑centered approach to care.

Benefits:

• Benefits offered, dental, medical, vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer