MDS Coordinator

Principle LTC; Snow Hill (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Principle LTC, a North Carolina-based skilled nursing facility management company, seeks an on-site MDS Coordinator in Snow Hill, NC. The role oversees the MDS/RAI process, ensuring timely assessments, accurate documentation, and compliance with federal and state regulations.

You will work with nursing, therapy, and interdisciplinary teams to support resident needs and quality outcomes. Responsibilities include coordinating care plan meetings, updating plans, educating staff, and partnering with

Qualifications

• Current RN license in good standing with geriatric nursing knowledge.
• Proficient in MDS assessment processes, RAI guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in care planning, including developing and updating individualized care plans.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and critical-thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead care plan meetings for residents.
• Update care plans based on changes in condition.
• Educate staff on MDS and documentation standards.
• Collaborate with leadership to optimize quality measures and reimbursement.
• Analyze MDS data to identify trends and recommend actions.

Skills

RN license

MDS assessment

Care planning

Clinical documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

EHR proficiency

Education

RN licensure (BSN preferred)

MDS certification (RAC-CT)

Tools

RAI/MDS software

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Company Description

Principle LTC is a North Carolina–based skilled nursing facility management company dedicated to delivering high-quality care across the long-term and post-acute care continuum. The organization supports the operational, clinical, and cultural success of 38 skilled nursing communities while fostering the growth and development of the teams who serve within them. With a focus on operational clarity, compassionate service, and purposeful leadership, Principle LTC creates care environments where residents are supported and staff are empowered. Through ongoing investment in facilities and responsible growth, the company strengthens the communities it serves. Principle LTC’s family of services includes Cardinal Hospice Care, which provides personalized end-of-life care, and Principle Therapy Services, which offers outcomes-driven rehabilitation through licensed professionals in skilled nursing settings.

Role Description

The MDS Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role located in Snow Hill, NC, responsible for overseeing the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process and ensuring accurate and timely completion of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. This role collaborates closely with nursing, therapy, and interdisciplinary team members to gather clinical information, develop individualized care plans, and ensure documentation supports resident needs and regulatory compliance. The MDS Coordinator reviews clinical records, validates assessment data, and monitors schedules to meet federal and state requirements, as well as facility policies. Daily responsibilities include coordinating care plan meetings, updating care plans based on changes in condition, educating staff on MDS and documentation standards, and working with leadership to optimize quality measures and reimbursement. The role also supports quality improvement initiatives by analyzing MDS data, identifying trends, and recommending actions to improve resident outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with strong geriatric nursing knowledge and experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MDS assessment processes, RAI guidelines, and related regulatory requirements.
• Experience in care planning, including developing, implementing, and updating individualized care plans.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and critical-thinking skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with interdisciplinary teams, residents, and families.
• Familiarity with long-term care and skilled nursing regulations, quality measures, and reimbursement systems.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and related clinical software; strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Preferred qualifications: Experience as an MDS Coordinator in a skilled nursing facility, RAC-CT or similar MDS certification, and knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid documentation standards.