MDS Coordinator

Lima Skilled Nursing Facility; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation & Commission

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Supportive leadership team

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Lima Skilled Nursing Facility in the Lima, Ohio area is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator to join our clinical leadership team.

This role requires precise MDS assessments, accurate coding, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and other disciplines.

You will oversee PDPM and Medicare requirements, manage ARDs and submissions, participate in audits, and educate staff on MDS documentation to support quality outcomes and reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio RN or LPN license.
• Previous MDS experience in skilled nursing/long-term care.
• Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0, PDPM, Medicare reimbursement.
• Familiarity with PointClickCare (PCC) preferred.
• RAC-CT certification preferred, but not required.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Complete and coordinate MDS assessments accurately and within required timeframes.
• Manage the assessment schedule, including ARDs and required submissions.
• Ensure accurate coding and supporting clinical documentation.
• Coordinate with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Support care planning and Care Area Assessment (CAA) processes.
• Monitor documentation for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of PDPM, Medicare requirements, and current MDS guidelines.
• Participate in audits, quality initiatives, and survey preparation.
• Educate and support facility staff regarding MDS-related documentation requirements.

Skills

MDS knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Interdisciplinary collaboration

PCC familiarity

Tools

PointClickCare

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Lima Skilled Nursing Facility - A skilled nursing facility in the Lima, Ohio area is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator to join our clinical leadership team. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented nurse who understands the importance of accurate assessments, strong documentation, regulatory compliance, and maximizing quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Complete and coordinate MDS assessments accurately and within required timeframes

• Manage the assessment schedule, including ARDs and required submissions

• Ensure accurate coding and supporting clinical documentation

• Coordinate with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and other interdisciplinary team members

• Support care planning and Care Area Assessment (CAA) processes

• Monitor documentation for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance

• Maintain knowledge of PDPM, Medicare requirements, and current MDS guidelines

• Participate in audits, quality initiatives, and survey preparation

• Educate and support facility staff regarding MDS-related documentation requirements

Requirements

• Active Ohio RN or LPN license

• Previous MDS experience in a skilled nursing/long-term care setting required

• Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0, PDPM, Medicare, and reimbursement

• Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) preferred

• RAC-CT certification preferred, but not required

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including proficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary team

Benefits

• Competitive compensation & Commission

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and Paid holidays

• 401(k) with company match

• Supportive leadership team

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

If you are an experienced MDS nurse looking for your next opportunity in the Lima area, we would love to connect with you.