MDS Coordinator

Ocean Healthcare; Flemington (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis

401(k) with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Generous PTO package

Job summary

Hunterdon Care Center in New Jersey seeks an experienced MDS Coordinator to lead the MDS assessment process, ensure timely documentation, and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team.

The role uses PointClickCare (PCC), requires an active NJ RN license, and emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement through QM reporting and care planning.

Qualifications

• Current New Jersey RN license in good standing required
• 1-2 years of recent MDS experience preferred
• Familiarity with PointClickCare (PCC) software required
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Schedule, coordinate, and ensure timely completion of all MDS assessments using PCC
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements related to the MDS process
• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely electronic submission of MDS assessments to the appropriate state agency
• Attend and coordinate weekly Utilization Review (UR) meetings, collaborating with therapy, nursing, and other interdisciplinary care team members
• Participate in the development, implementation, updating, and completion of individualized resident care plans
• Oversee and provide support to facility staff throughout the MDS assessment and documentation process
• Monitor and analyze Quality Measure (QM) reports to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and areas requiring corrective action
• Participate in facility meetings, Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives, and interdisciplinary care conferences as required
• Maintain accurate and current ICD-10 coding for all residents
• Utilize PCC to manage MDS assessment schedules, documentation, care planning, coding, and submission processes

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

MDS coordination

PCC familiarity

Education

RN license in NJ

Tools

PointClickCare (PCC)

Job description

Hunterdon Care Center is seeking a skilled, detail-oriented MDS Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and organizational skills, collaborate effectively with the Interdisciplinary Team, and ensure accurate, timely completion of all MDS assessments and related documentation.

Currently hiring for Full Time Employment

Key Responsibilities:

• Schedule, coordinate, and ensure the timely completion of all MDS assessments using PointClickCare (PCC).

• Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements related to the MDS process.

• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely electronic submission of MDS assessments to the appropriate state agency.

• Attend and coordinate weekly Utilization Review (UR) meetings, collaborating with therapy, nursing, and other interdisciplinary care team members.

• Participate in the development, implementation, updating, and completion of individualized resident care plans.

• Oversee and provide support to facility staff throughout the MDS assessment and documentation process as needed.

• Monitor and analyze Quality Measure (QM) reports to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and areas requiring corrective action.

• Participate in facility meetings, Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives, and interdisciplinary care conferences as required.

• Maintain accurate and current ICD-10 coding for all residents.

• Utilize PointClickCare (PCC) to manage MDS assessment schedules, documentation, care planning, coding, and submission processes.

Compensation:

• Salary range: $95,000 - $115,000 and is determined by experience

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Company-paid life insurance

• Generous paid time off (PTO) package

Qualifications:

• Current New Jersey RN license in good standing required

• 1-2 years of recent MDS experience preferred

• Familiarity with PointClickCare (PCC) software required

• Strong communication and organizational skills

About Us:

Hunterdon Care Center is a premier provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitative care in New Jersey. We offer a full range of services, including post-surgical care, long-term care, and memory care, all delivered in a comfortable, high-quality environment.

Located in scenic Hunterdon County near major medical centers, our team provides compassionate, personalized care that supports each resident’s recovery, health, and overall well-being.
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