MDS Coordinator

Oakdalesa; Laurens (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Martha Franks Retirement Community, part of Oakdale Seniors Alliance, seeks an experienced MDS Coordinator (FT) to manage MDS 3.0 and RAI processes for our skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Laurens, SC.

You will coordinate assessments, lead interdisciplinary care plan meetings, and ensure accurate documentation for compliant care and PDPM reimbursement. RN or LPN licensure in SC is required, with RAC-CT desirable.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered RN or LPN license in the State of South Carolina (RN preferred).
• 1–2 years of hands-on MDS Coordinator experience in SNF or LTAC setting preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of CMS MDS 3.0, RAI guidelines, PDPM, and Medicare/Medicaid regulations.
• RAC-CT certification desirable or willingness to obtain.
• Strong organization, assessment, and communication skills; experience with EHR software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduling, completion, and electronic transmission of MDS assessments and care plans within CMS/state timelines.
• Lead weekly MDS/Care Plan meetings with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and activities teams.
• Ensure documentation supports appropriate reimbursement under PDPM and Medicare/Medicaid.
• Monitor regulatory changes and participate in QAPI initiatives.
• Create and maintain individualized resident care plans based on assessments and changes.
• Provide education and support on documentation requirements and MDS updates.

Skills

RN/LPN licensure

MDS Coordinator experience

CMS MDS 3.0 & RAI knowledge

PDPM & Medicare/Medicaid familiarity

EHR experience (PointClickCare)

Education

RN/LPN license in SC

RAC-CT certification (desirable)

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Full-Time MDS Coordinator (RN / LPN)

Location: Martha Franks Retirement Community — Laurens, SC

Employment Type: Full-Time

Department: Nursing / Clinical Operations

About Martha Franks Retirement Community & Oakdale Seniors Alliance

Martha Franks Retirement Community is located in historic Laurens, SC, dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care across independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing/rehabilitation.

Martha Franks Retirement Community is proudly owned and managed by Oakdale Seniors Alliance. Under Oakdale Seniors Alliance leadership, we are committed to empowering our clinical staff, fostering a supportive work culture, and ensuring exceptional outcomes for the seniors we serve.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and clinical-minded MDS Coordinator (FT) to manage the Minimum Data Set (MDS) process and Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) function for our skilled nursing and rehabilitation center.

In this role, you will lead the coordination, completion, and submission of accurate MDS 3.0 assessments in accordance with state and federal regulations, PDPM reimbursement guidelines, and facility standards. You will work closely with our interdisciplinary care team to ensure that each resident receives personalized, comprehensive, and compliant care plans.

Key Responsibilities

• MDS 3.0 & RAI Management: Oversee the scheduling, completion, and electronic transmission of MDS assessments, CAA reports, and care plans within required CMS/State timelines.

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Lead weekly MDS/Care Plan meetings with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and activities teams to deliver holistic care planning.

• PDPM & Reimbursement Alignment: Ensure clinical documentation accurately reflects resident care needs, acuity levels, and services rendered to support appropriate reimbursement under PDPM and Medicare/Medicaid programs.

• Compliance & Quality Improvement: Monitor regulatory changes, conduct clinical audits, and participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.

• Care Planning: Create, revise, and maintain comprehensive, individualized resident care plans based on completed assessments and clinical changes.

• Education & Support: Serve as a subject matter expert for interdisciplinary staff regarding documentation requirements and MDS updates.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of South Carolina (RN preferred).

• Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of hands-on experience as an MDS Coordinator in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) or long-term care setting.

• Technical Expertise: Thorough knowledge of CMS MDS 3.0 requirements, RAI guidelines, PDPM, and Medicare/Medicaid regulations.

• Certifications: RAC-CT (Resident Assessment Coordinator-Certified) through AAPACN is highly desirable (or willingness to obtain).

• Skills: Exceptional organization, clinical assessment skills, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. Experience with electronic health record (EHR) software (e.g., "PointClickCare") is preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive starting salary based on experience

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

• Life and disability insurance options

• Continuing education support and professional development opportunities

• A warm, collaborative, and purpose-driven work environment supported by Oakdale Seniors Alliance leadership