MDS Coordinator

Matulaitis Nursing Home Inc; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Matulaitis Rehabilitation & Skilled Care in Putnam, CT is seeking a dedicated MDS Coordinator to manage the Resident Assessment Instrument process, ensuring timely and accurate MDS assessments to support care planning and reimbursement. The role is on-site and full-time.

On-site collaboration with nursing, therapy, social services, and administration is essential. Candidates must have an RN or LPN license in CT, strong regulatory knowledge, and solid data-entry and documentation skills to

Qualifications

• Strong clinical assessment and care planning skills.
• Knowledge of MDS, RAI and Medicare/Medicaid guidelines.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and data entry.
• Effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Current RN or LPN license in CT.
• Experience in long-term care or rehabilitation settings preferred.
• Familiarity with CMS regulations and quality measures.
• Commitment to person-centered, non-discriminatory care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate interdisciplinary input for MDS assessments and care planning.
• Review nursing and therapy documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Enter and verify data to support appropriate reimbursement and care planning.
• Monitor regulatory changes related to MDS and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, and admin staff.
• Participate in care plan meetings and staff education on documentation.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives and audits.

Skills

MDS/RAI knowledge

RN/LPN license

EHR systems

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

Nursing license in CT (RN or LPN)

Job description

Company Description

Matulaitis Rehabilitation & Skilled Care is a nonprofit, 119-bed skilled nursing community in Putnam, Connecticut, offering short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and hospice support. Founded in 1968 by the Sisters of the Immaculate Conception, the organization is guided by Catholic values while welcoming residents, families, and staff of all faiths and backgrounds. Care is centered on respect for each person’s dignity and individual needs. A multidisciplinary team provides nursing care, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, along with social services, therapeutic recreation, and spiritual care. The community is committed to creating a compassionate, welcoming environment that supports recovery, comfort, and overall well-being.

Role Description

The MDS Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role based in Putnam, CT, responsible for managing the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process and ensuring accurate and timely completion of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. Day-to-day tasks include coordinating interdisciplinary input for assessments, reviewing clinical documentation, and entering data to support appropriate care planning and reimbursement. The role involves monitoring regulatory changes related to MDS, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements, and collaborating with nursing, therapy, social services, and administrative staff to align assessments with residents’ clinical needs. The MDS Coordinator also participates in care plan meetings, provides education to staff on documentation and assessment standards, and assists with quality improvement initiatives and audits.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical assessment and care planning skills, with experience reviewing nursing and therapy documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Knowledge of MDS, RAI, and related regulatory requirements, including Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement guidelines in skilled nursing settings.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and data entry, with attention to detail and ability to analyze resident data for trends and quality outcomes.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with interdisciplinary teams, residents, and families in a respectful, person-centered manner.
• Organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple assessments, deadlines, audits, and regulatory updates.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in good standing in the state of Connecticut.
• Prior experience as an MDS Coordinator or in long-term care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation settings strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with CMS regulations, quality measures, and care transitions; experience supporting quality improvement projects is beneficial.
• Commitment to non-discriminatory, person-centered care that respects residents’ dignity, cultural backgrounds, and individual preferences.