MDS Coordinator: Care Planning & Regulatory Compliance

Advanced Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation seeks an experienced MDS Coordinator to manage the RAI process, including MDS assessments, care planning, and regulatory compliance in our skilled nursing and long‑term care setting.

The role focuses on accurate clinical documentation, reimbursement optimization, and quality resident care. An active RN license and strong knowledge of MDS 3.0 and CMS regulations are required, with RAC-CT preferred for advancement.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required.
• RAC-CT certification preferred.
• Experience in long-term care or rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments within regulatory timelines.
• Develop and update individualized care plans.
• Ensure CMS and state regulation compliance.
• Support reimbursement processes via accurate coding.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical assessment

MDS coding

Care planning

Regulatory compliance

Time management

Data analysis

Team leadership

Education

Active RN license

RAC-CT certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Advanced Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation seeks an experienced MDS Coordinator to manage the RAI process, including MDS assessments, care planning, and regulatory compliance in our skilled nursing and long‑term care setting.

The role focuses on accurate clinical documentation, reimbursement optimization, and quality resident care. An active RN license and strong knowledge of MDS 3.0 and CMS regulations are required, with RAC-CT preferred for advancement.