MDS Coordinator

v enetianrehab; South Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; 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 commit

Company-sponsored life insurance

EAP resources

Job summary

Venetian Care & Rehabilitation seeks an MDS Coordinator to ensure accurate completion of MDS assessments, staying compliant with Medicare/Medicaid requirements. In-person, full-time role in New Jersey, Monday–Friday, with a generous salary range.

The ideal candidate holds an active NJ RN license, has 3+ years in long-term care, and brings MDS/RAI experience to drive quality care planning, reimbursement accuracy, and regulatory success.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in New Jersey required.
• Minimum of three 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Clinical assessment

Regulatory compliance

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (RN/BSN/LPN)

Job description

Join our team at Venetian Care & Rehabilitation as an MDS Coordinator!

Proudly supported by Marquis Health Consulting Services

Must have an active RN License in NJ

$80,000-$115,000 Annually

Full-time opportunity available

Monday-Friday

In-person only

At Venetian Care & Rehabilitation, 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 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 Venetian Care and Rehabilitation, an 180-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.