MDS Coordinator

MQS Health; Moorestown Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with match

Employee engagement and culture comité

Company-sponsored life insurance

EAP resources

Job summary

Cambridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, a 120-bed Sub-Acute and Long-Term Care facility, seeks an experienced MDS Coordinator. The role ensures timely, accurate MDS assessments to support care planning, reimbursement, and regulatory compliance. RN license in NJ and 3+ years in long-term care are required.

Join a team that values excellence, compassion, and collaboration, with strong growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits. Same-day pay available and a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current, active RN license in New Jersey required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in a long-term care setting.
• Prior MDS/RAI experience required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all MDS assessments in accordance with regulatory requirements and established deadlines.
• Verify compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations related to MDS documentation and submission.
• Supervise MDS data entry, validation, and transmission processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve data discrepancies and validation issues.
• Prepare and present MDS-related reports and updates to the Director of Nursing (DON) and leadership team.
• Provide feedback to clinical teams and address operational concerns related to documentation and care planning.
• Participate in facility surveys, audits, and regulatory reviews, providing required documentation and support.
• Assist with audit responses and maintain ongoing compliance with Medicare and Medicaid requirements.
• Stay current on changes to Medicare, Medicaid, and RAI/MDS regulations and guidelines.
• Support and contribute to MDS-related quality improvement and performance initiatives.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate representation of resident care needs.

Skills

RN license

MDS/RAI experience

Attention to detail

Education

Nursing degree (RN/BSN/LPN)

Job description

Join our team at Cambridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center as a MDS Coordinator.

Full Time position

Same Day Pay available!

Salary Range: $ 90,000.00 - $120,000.00 (Based on experience)

At Cambridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, we believe that accurate clinical documentation and assessment are essential to delivering high-quality, compliant, and person-centered care. Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence, the MDS Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant completion of all Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments to support resident care planning, reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities for MDS Coordinator:

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all MDS assessments in accordance with regulatory requirements and established deadlines.

• Verify compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations related to MDS documentation and submission.

• Supervise MDS data entry, validation, and transmission processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

• Identify, investigate, and resolve data discrepancies and validation issues.

• Prepare and present MDS-related reports and updates to the Director of Nursing (DON) and leadership team.

• Provide feedback to clinical teams and address operational concerns related to documentation and care planning.

• Participate in facility surveys, audits, and regulatory reviews, providing required documentation and support.

• Assist with audit responses and maintain ongoing compliance with Medicare and Medicaid requirements.

• Stay current on changes to Medicare, Medicaid, and RAI/MDS regulations and guidelines.

• Support and contribute to MDS-related quality improvement and performance initiatives.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate representation of resident care needs.

Qualifications for MDS Coordinator:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (RN, BSN, or LPN).
• Current, active RN license in New Jersey required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in a long-term care setting.
• Prior MDS/RAI experience required.
• Strong clinical assessment skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations and reimbursement systems.

Our Core Values in Action

Passion – Ensuring residents are accurately assessed so they receive the care and resources they need to thrive.

Respect – Upholding integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality in all resident documentation and interactions with care teams.

Excellence – Delivering precise, compliant, and high-quality MDS processes that support optimal outcomes and regulatory success.

Benefits for MDS Coordinator:

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee referral bonus

• Health, vision, and dental benefits

• 401(k) with match

• Employee engagement and culture committee

• Company-sponsored life insurance

• Employee assistance program (EAP) resources

Join our team at Cambridge Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, a 120-bed Sub-Acute, and Long-Term Care facility where compassion and quality care are at the heart of everything we do. Our facility is thoughtfully designed with beautiful common spaces, creating a welcoming, home-like environment not only for our residents but also for our staff. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference.

Here, you'll be part of a collaborative and dedicated team that prioritizes professional growth, work-life balance, and a culture of appreciation. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, inclusive setting, we would love for you to grow your career with us.

The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.