MDS Coordinator

Lakeview Post Acute; Florissant (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in post-acute care is seeking an MDS Coordinator to join their dedicated team in Florissant. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accurate completion of Resident Assessment Instruments (RAIs) while fostering a collaborative environment among healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will possess a nursing degree and an active RN license in Missouri, with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary care planning and Medicare compliance. Join a supportive team that values compassion, excellence, and a positive work culture, where your contributions will significantly impact resident care and community engagement.

Benefits

Medical (BCBS)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Birthday Off as Paid Holiday

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a current, active RN license in Missouri.
• Experience in coordinating Resident Assessment Instruments (RAIs) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee timely completion of Resident Assessment Instruments (RAIs).
• Facilitate interdisciplinary care planning and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Mentor staff to maintain high standards of care and documentation.

Skills

Nursing

Interdisciplinary Care Planning

Medicare Utilization Review

Mentoring

Education

Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university

Completion of an approved RN program

Tools

PointClickCare (PCC)

Job description

Join our Caring Team at Lakeview Post Acute

Explore our culture, where Nurses like YOU make a difference every day—providing exceptional care in a supportive and rewarding environment. Located in the heart of Florissant, MO, we are proud to be a top choice for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care in Saint Louis County. Schedule a visit today and discover how our exceptional team is raising standards in resident care. Under new administration and nursing leadership, you will experience a welcoming environment filled with familiar, friendly faces every day.

We are adding to our team and hiring an MDS Coordinator. The primary responsibility of this role is to coordinate and oversee the timely and accurate completion of Resident Assessment Instruments (RAIs) in compliance with state and federal regulations. This includes facilitating interdisciplinary care planning, ensuring proper Medicare utilization review, and mentoring staff to maintain a high standard of care and documentation.

Our Mission:

To revolutionize the delivery, leadership, and quality of post-acute care across the country.

Our Values:

• Love: Care begins with compassion and heart.
• Excellence: Every day, we strive to improve and deliver the best care.
• Trust: Integrity drives every decision we make.
• Accountability: We own our actions and their outcomes.
• Mutual Respect: We treat everyone with kindness and dignity.
• Fun: Joy is part of the journey—every single day!

Care Comes First – We lead with compassion, delivering personalized, high-quality care that meets the unique needs of every resident.

Expert Team – Work alongside top-tier licensed medical professionals who are passionate about excellence in healthcare.

Modern Facilities – Enjoy working in a state-of-the-art environment with cutting-edge medical technology and comfortable spaces.

Holistic Approach – Be part of a team that values physical, emotional, and social well-being, offering residents a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle.

Community Connection – Help foster strong relationships between our residents and the local community through engaging events and activities.

If you’re ready to make an impact in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, join Lakeview Post Acute and be part of the team that sets the standard for resident care.

We are seeking an experienced and eager MDS Coordinator for our existing team.

Essential Functions of the Job:

1. Coordinates all required Resident Assessment Instruments (RAI) per state and federal regulations to ensure timely completion.
2. Timely, accurate completion of all aspects of nursing portions of required RAIs.
3. Timely transmission of all required RAIs per state and federal regulations.
4. Maintenance of an RAI calendar, accessible to members of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), which provides clear, concise, up-to-date information on completion deadlines for each phase of the RAI process for each applicable resident.
5. Monitoring of ancillary department sections of the RAI for timely completion, including notification of the individual departments if deadlines are in danger of not being met by the departments.
6. Mentoring and teaching nursing and ancillary staff to ensure that all team members are aware of and competent in their roles in the RAI and Prospective Payment System (PPS) processes.
7. Maintaining smooth, seamless, timely communication with billing, regarding residents’ Medicare status and RUG categories.
8. Notification to the Charge Nurse of any barriers to timely, accurate completion and transmission of RAIs to prevent missing any deadlines.

Responsibilities to Care Planning:

1. Coordinate and facilitate interdisciplinary Resident Care Plan Conferences on or about the 10th day of admission for each resident, ensuring that the resident and responsible party receive written invitation and notification of the meeting, specifying time and place.
2. Coordinate and facilitate interdisciplinary care plans as situations occur on a day-to-day basis.
3. Actively participate in the development of a comprehensive, individualized, interdisciplinary plan of care for each resident.
4. Ensure that care plans are completed, updated, and accelerated to reflect an interdisciplinary approach to the residents’ changing needs.
5. Review each Medicare resident’s case on the day of admission to ensure appropriateness of Medicare coverage.
6. Active interaction with IDT to evaluate residents’ status and needs relative to Medicare skilled needs and potential for RUG category changes.
7. Conduct daily, concurrent utilization review via chart audit to ensure that residents receive the care and services needed in a timely manner.
8. Initiate change of condition RAIs when appropriate.
9. Ensure chart documentation, including nursing and ancillary progress notes, care plans, and notes reflect the need for the care and services the resident receives.
10. Ensure discharge planning proceeds smoothly relative to residents’ progress and Medicare coverage status.
11. Discontinue Medicare coverage when residents no longer meet criteria.
12. Consult routinely with the Clinical Case Manager assigned to each resident regarding the resident’s Medicare coverage status.
13. Ensure that Medicare certification and re-certification forms are signed by the physician per regulations.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or completion of an approved RN program.
• Current, active, and unencumbered RN license in the state of Missouri.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Current, active, and unencumbered RN license in Missouri.
• Current CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience with PCC (PointClickCare).
• Maintenance of all required continuing education and licensing.
• Good standing with the State Board of Nursing always.

Join Our Team!

• Aggressive Wages: depending on relevant industry experiences.
• Comprehensive Affordable Benefits: Medical (BCBS), dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and your birthday off as a paid holiday!
• Career Growth Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement and professional development to support your aspirations.
• A Positive Environment: A supportive workplace where your skills and contributions make a meaningful impact.

Apply Today! Ready to make a difference in residents' lives? Join a team that’s committed to love, excellence, and fun.