MDS Coordinator

PACS; Whitehall (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with company match

PTO and sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Free scrubs

Same day pay

Gym discounts

Hinge Health

Job summary

Whitehall Borough Post Acute is seeking a dedicated MDS Nurse (LVN/LPN) to coordinate and complete MDS assessments in compliance with federal and state regulations. You will ensure accurate clinical documentation, support reimbursement processes, and collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, and dietary teams to promote high-quality resident outcomes.

The role requires a current PA nursing license, CPR certification, and ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must have current, unencumbered nursing license in PA.
• Continuing education must be maintained.
• Active CPR certification (BLS preferred).
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds and move 50 feet.
• Experience with Point Click Care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments within required timelines.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation for care planning and reimbursement.
• Ensure compliance with CMS/state/facility guidelines.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
• Monitor resident progress and update plans as needed.
• Assist with audits and surveys with proper documentation.

Skills

Compassion for patients

Patience

Communication skills

Education

Current PA nursing license (RN/LPN)

Tools

Point Click Care

Job description

Whitehall Borough Post Acute is a 166-bed post-acute care facility located at 505 Weyman Rd., Pittsburgh. Our positive reputation in the community is a testament to our incredible staff members.

What we offer:

• Hourly Compensation Range $38.00-$45.00
• 40 hours
• Full time employees: 8 hours of PTO for your birthday
• Medical Insurance Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah
• Delta Dental
• VSP Vision
• 401k through EMPOWER 2% company matching
• Accumulative PTO after 90-day introductory period
• Education tuition reimbursement program after 1 year of full-time Employment
• Employee appreciation events
• Free FIGS scrubs after 6 months
• Same day pay through PayActiv*
• Gym, activity, & weight loss program discounts available
• Hinge health

Successful candidates will have the following:

• Current, unencumbered license to practice as a nurse in PA and will remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing

• Ability to maintain all required continuing education

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Clear Cisive Background Check- last 7 years reviewed

• Active CPR Certification (BLS PREFERRED with Skills)

• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a physical examination and 2-step PPD or equivalent.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; walk and talk, read or hear

• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.

• Experience with Point Click Care is preferred

• Compassion for a vulnerable population and willingness to advocate for patients

• Understanding of Patient Rights

• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.

• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. _ Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. _

More about us:

As a member of the PACS network, you’ll be part of America’s fastest-growing network of post-acute care facilities. We pride ourselves on redefining healthcare through love, excellence, trust, accountability, mutual respect, and fun.

_ We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. _

General Purpose

The MDS Nurse (LVN/LPN) is responsible for coordinating and completing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in compliance with federal and state regulations. This role ensures accurate documentation of resident care, supports reimbursement processes, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to promote quality outcomes for residents.

Essential Duties

• Complete MDS assessments and care area assessments (CAAs) within required timelines.

• Ensure accuracy of resident clinical documentation to support care planning and reimbursement.

• Maintain compliance with CMS, state, and facility guidelines.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans.

• Monitor resident progress and update care plans as needed.

• Participate in resident care conferences and quality improvement initiatives.

• Ensure MDS submissions meet regulatory requirements for Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement.

• Assist with audits and surveys by providing accurate documentation and reports.

• Stay current with regulatory changes impacting MDS and skilled nursing documentation.

• Work closely with nursing staff, therapy, social services, and dietary teams to gather resident information.

• Provide education and guidance to staff on documentation standards and MDS requirements.

• Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care planning.

Supervisory Requirements

This role has no supervisory requirements.

_ Language Skills _

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees. Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.

_ Mathematical Skills _

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

_ Reasoning Ability _

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

_ Certificates, Licenses, Registrations _

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in the Microsoft Suite products.

Must maintain all required continuing education/licensing.

Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all

times

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk and talk, read or hear. Frequent use of all office-related equipment to include; copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and

calculator.

Travel by auto or airline may be required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.