MDS Coordinator-$10K Sign-on bonus!

Palolo Chinese Home; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,435 - 110,532; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary housing available

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off including holidays and sick days

401(k) with company match

Student loan support

Referral bonuses

Free parking

Discounted employee meals

Job summary

Palolo Chinese Home in Honolulu is seeking an MDS Coordinator to ensure compliance and coordinate Minimum Data Set assessments for residents. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Nursing and an active RN license.

This role emphasizes accurate, person-centered documentation and involves collaboration with a compassionate care team. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, temporary housing, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Previous MDS experience is helpful, but not required.
• Understanding of MDS processes and regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments with accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to gather essential information.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal MDS regulations.
• Review and update individualized care plans based on assessment findings.
• Communicate assessment outcomes to the care team.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to MDS.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

At Palolo Nursing and Rehabilitation, we are seeking an MDS Coordinator to join our team and support our mission of delivering exceptional care. This role is essential in coordinating and completing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for all residents in accordance with state and federal regulations. You will work closely with our interdisciplinary team to ensure assessments are accurate, timely, and reflective of each resident’s unique needs.

Salary Range: $100,484.80 ($48.31) and willing to train

As our MDS Coordinator, you won’t just be managing assessments — you’ll be helping ensure that each resident’s story, needs, and strengths are honored through accurate, thoughtful, and person-centered documentation. Your work becomes the foundation for the care they receive, and your dedication helps uphold the standard of excellence our community is known for.

As part of our compassionate care team, you will:

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments with accuracy, integrity, and timeliness
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to gather essential information
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal MDS regulations
• Review and update individualized care plans based on assessment findings
• Communicate assessment outcomes to the care team to support resident-centered planning
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to MDS and care planning
• Maintain organized, up-to-date records of assessments and care plans

Who we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Previous MDS experience helpful, but not required — we are willing to train
• Understanding of MDS processes and regulations is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• A commitment to accuracy, teamwork, and resident-centered care

Benefits and Perks

• Temporary housing available for eligible candidates
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions
• Paid time off including 10 holidays, 10 sick days, and 10 vacation days to start
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with a 4 percent company match
• Student loan support through Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Shift differentials for evenings and overnight, trainer pay, and overtime opportunities
• Referral bonuses up to 3,000 dollars
• Flexible spending accounts and AFLAC supplemental insurance options
• Free parking and discounted employee meals for 3.50

Established in 1896, Palolo Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is one of Hawai‘i’s premier providers of long-term care for seniors of all ethnicities. Rooted in compassion and cultural tradition, we offer a family-like environment where respect, dignity, and excellence guide everything we do.