MDS Coordinator

Spring River Rehabilitation and Care; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401K

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Continuing education and leadership培训

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Spring River Rehabilitation and Care Center in Roswell, NM seeks an experienced MDS Coordinator to oversee the Resident Assessment Instrument process, ensuring accurate MDS assessments, care planning, and regulatory submissions.

The role emphasizes reimbursement integrity, QAPI participation, and data-driven decisions, working closely with nursing and IDT teams to maintain high-quality care and compliance.

Qualifications

• Active RN or LPN license in New Mexico.
• Minimum 2 years’ nursing experience, preferably in long-term care.
• MDS experience with understanding of MDS 3.0, PDPM, and RAI process.
• Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement and Quality Measures.
• Experience with audits, reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in EHR and MDS software systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the RAI process, including MDS assessments and interdisciplinary care plans.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion/submission of all MDS assessments in CMS and state compliance.
• Audit clinical documentation to support accurate coding and reimbursement.
• Maintain ARD scheduling and ensure adherence to regulatory timelines.
• Collaborate with billing, therapy, and finance teams for alignment on reimbursement.
• Lead interdisciplinary care plan meetings and educate staff on documentation requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Clinical knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Education

RN or LPN license in NM

Job description

Now Hiring: MDS Coordinator (Minimum Data Set Coordinator, In Office)

Spring River Rehabilitation and Care Center
Full-Time | Clinical Documentation & Reimbursement Leadership | Join a Mission-Driven Team

At Spring River Rehabilitation and Care Center, we’re more than just a care facility—we’re a teaching and learning community built on the values of Caring, Truthful, Excellence, Outcome Oriented, and Willingness to Learn. Every member of our team contributes to an environment where compassion, accuracy, and accountability drive outstanding resident outcomes.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized, and clinically knowledgeable nurse to serve as our MDS Coordinator. This role is ideal for a nurse who thrives in clinical documentation, regulatory compliance, and data-driven decision-making, with a strong focus on accuracy, collaboration, and reimbursement integrity.

Position Summary:

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for oversight and coordination of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, ensuring accurate and timely completion of MDS assessments, care planning, and regulatory submissions in accordance with federal and state requirements.

This position plays a critical leadership role in supporting appropriate reimbursement, quality outcomes, and interdisciplinary collaboration, while driving compliance, education, and continuous improvement. This role reflects the facility’s commitment to truthful documentation, excellence in care planning, and outcome-oriented clinical practice.

Key Responsibilities:

RAI Process & Clinical Documentation (Primary Role):

• Oversee and manage the RAI process, including MDS assessments, CAAs, and interdisciplinary care plans

• Ensure accurate and timely completion and submission of all MDS assessments in compliance with CMS and state regulations

• Audit clinical documentation to support accurate coding and reimbursement (Outcome Oriented)

• Maintain ARD scheduling and ensure adherence to regulatory timelines

• Ensure care plans accurately reflect resident needs and services provided

Reimbursement & Regulatory Compliance:

• Support appropriate Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement through accurate PDPM coding

• Collaborate with billing, therapy, and finance teams to ensure alignment and accuracy

• Stay current on CMS regulations, PDPM updates, Quality Measures (QMs), and survey readiness expectations

• Identify and address documentation gaps that may impact compliance or reimbursement

QAPI & Data Oversight:

• Track, trend, and analyze case mix index (CMI), Quality Measures, and resident acuity

• Participate in and support QAPI initiatives through data-driven insights and reporting

• Identify trends and implement process improvements to enhance outcomes and compliance (Excellence & Outcome Oriented)

Collaboration & Education:

• Lead and participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings

• Educate nursing and IDT staff on documentation requirements and best practices (Willingness to Learn and Teach)

• Serve as a resource for clinical documentation, regulatory guidance, and survey preparation

• Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and teamwork (Truthful & Caring)

Required Qualifications:

• Active RN or LPN license in New Mexico

• Minimum 2 years’ nursing experience, preferably in long-term care

• MDS experience preferred; strong understanding of MDS 3.0, PDPM, and RAI process required

• Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement and Quality Measures

• Experience with audits, reporting, and regulatory compliance preferred

• Proficient in EHR and MDS software systems

• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments

• High attention to detail and commitment to clinical accuracy

Why Join Spring River?

Spring River Rehabilitation and Care Center is a trusted provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in Roswell, NM, known for our compassionate culture, high standards, and strong community presence.

We live our values by:

• Practicing Caring in every resident interaction and team connection

• Promoting Truthful, transparent communication throughout our organization

• Striving for Excellence in every clinical and operational standard

• Remaining Outcome Oriented in our decisions and care strategies

• Fostering a Willingness to Learn through mentorship, education, and continuous growth

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary (based on experience and qualifications)

• 401K

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holiday pay

• Continuing education and leadership training

• A supportive leadership team committed to your success and development