MDS Coordinator

Bethea Retirement Community; Darlington (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Work-life balance

RAIN Earned Wage Access

Medical insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Supportive management

Job summary

Bethea Retirement Community in Darlington, SC is seeking an organized MDS Coordinator (LPN) to lead the MDS process and reimbursement accuracy. You will collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, and dietary teams to ensure care plans reflect clinical needs and optimize reimbursement.

The role requires an active SC LPN license and prior MDS coordination experience in SNF/long-term care, with strong knowledge of CMS regulations and PDPM. Day shift, full-time, on-site at Bethea.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered LPN license in SC (or compact state).
• Prior MDS Coordinator experience in a SNF or long-term care setting.
• CMS, RAI, PDPM knowledge and state survey familiarity.
• Experience with EHRs (PointClickCare, MatrixCare) and MDS transmission.

Responsibilities

• Manage all MDS assessments (OBRA and PPS) within required federal/state timeframes.
• Oversee development and updates of resident care plans based on MDS data.
• Lead weekly IDT/MDS meetings with therapy, nursing, social services and dietary teams.
• Monitor documentation to ensure CMS reimbursement accuracy and audit-ready compliance.
• Transmit MDS data to state systems and monitor trends for improvement.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

LPN licensure in South Carolina

Tools

PointClickCare

MatrixCare

Job description

Bethea Retirement Community -

MDS Coordinator (LPN Required) clinical

Location: Darlington, SC

Facility: Bethea Retirement Community

Job Type: Full-time (Day Shift)

Management: Now proudly managed by Oakdale Seniors Alliance!

About Us

For decades, Bethea Retirement Community has been a trusted cornerstone of compassionate senior care in Darlington and the surrounding Pee Dee region. We are thrilled to share that Bethea is now managed by Oakdale Seniors Alliance!

Under this new leadership, our mission is centered on creating a culture rooted in compassion, clinical excellence, and hospitality. We are building a strong, supported team dedicated to giving our residents every opportunity to experience life, celebrate today, and create a meaningful tomorrow.

The Role

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented MDS Coordinator (LPN) to lead our Minimum Data Set (MDS) process and reimbursement accuracy.

In this vital role, you will be responsible for the timely and accurate completion of the MDS assessment process in accordance with state and federal guidelines. You will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams—including nursing, therapy, and social services—to ensure our residents' care plans accurately reflect their clinical needs while securing appropriate reimbursement for the care delivered.

Key Responsibilities

• MDS Process Management: Schedule, coordinate, and complete all Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments (OBRA and PPS) accurately and within mandated federal/state timeframes.
• Care Planning: Oversee the development, implementation, and ongoing updates of individualized resident care plans based on MDS assessments and Care Area Assessments (CAAs).
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Lead weekly IDT/MDS meetings and collaborate directly with therapy, nursing, social services, and dietary departments to ensure comprehensive care documentation.
• Reimbursement & Compliance: Monitor clinical documentation to support accurate Medicare/PDPM and Medicaid reimbursement, ensuring audit-ready compliance with CMS regulations.
• Data & Quality Tracking: Transmit MDS assessments electronically to state databases and monitor reports to identify clinical trend indicators or documentation gaps.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Licensure: Active, unencumbered license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of South Carolina (or a valid compact state license) is strictly required.
• Mandatory Experience: Prior experience as an MDS Coordinator in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Care setting is required.
• Clinical & Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of CMS regulations, RAI user manual guidelines, PDPM reimbursement models, and state survey processes.
• Systems Proficiency: Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems (e.g., PointClickCare, MatrixCare) and MDS transmission software.
• Skillset: Exceptional organizational skills, high attention to detail, strong analytical capabilities, and effective communication skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on SNF/MDS experience.
• Work-Life Balance: Stable, full-time day shift schedule.
• Immediate Pay Access: Get paid before payday using the RAIN Earned Wage Access app!
• Comprehensive Benefits: Choice of medical, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO and paid holiday packages.
• Retirement: 401(k) options with employer match.
• Fresh Culture: The backing of a supportive management team at Oakdale Seniors Alliance that respects and values your clinical expertise.