MDS Coordinator / Case Mix Nurse

Ross Manor -; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Education support & loan forgiveness

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Paid time off & leadership development

Job summary

Ross Manor seeks an experienced MDS Coordinator / Case Mix Nurse to lead accurate resident assessments and ensure regulatory compliance. Reporting to the Director of Nursing, you will champion case mix validity and a teamwork-driven environment for residents.

The role emphasizes coordinating the RAI process, education across disciplines, and maintaining high standards of care in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Current, active Maine RN licensure or Maine LPN licensure.
• MDS and ICD-10 coding experience preferred; RAC-CT certification preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, care planning, and delivery of care in long-term care.
• Working knowledge of geriatric healthcare needs and LTC regulations.
• Proficiency with EMR and Microsoft Office; clear communication with residents, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assess and oversee resident assessments via the RAI process with coding accuracy.
• Review and complete care plans regularly for accuracy and case mix validity.
• Coordinate documentation and instruct staff on proper documentation; communicate MDS due dates.
• Instruct disciplines on MDS items, CAAs, case mix payment systems, and Quality Indicators.

Skills

MDS coding

ICD-10 coding

MDS RAC-CT certification

Clinical assessment

Care planning

Regulatory knowledge

Electronic medical records

Microsoft Office

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

TheRoss Manor campus provides three professional levels of care and support for residents including assistedliving , skilledrehabilitation and complete nursing care services. Under the ownership of First AtlanticHealthcare, Ross Manor follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation forexcellence in Long Term Care. Under the ownership of First AtlanticHealthcare, Ross Manor follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation forexcellence in Long Term Care.

Lead Assessment Accuracy and Elevate Resident Care: Join Us as Our MDS Coordinator / Case Mix Nurse!

Are you the type of person who takes pride in clinical accuracy, empowering interdisciplinary care teams, and ensuring that resident needs are thoroughly captured and supported every single day? If you want a rewarding clinical leadership role where your expertise and dedication truly matter, we would love to have you on our team!

About the Role

As part of a high-functioning leadership and care team, the MDS Coordinator / Case Mix Nurse conducts and coordinates the development and completion of the resident assessment in accordance with the rules and regulations of state and federal government and the policies and goals of the facility. Reporting directly to the Director of Nursing, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining case mix validity, ensuring regulatory compliance, and championing an atmosphere of teamwork, hospitality, and comfort for our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment & RAI Process: Assess and oversee the assessment of all residents through the RAI process, ensuring coding accuracy and capturing individual care needs and levels of assistance.

• Care Planning & Review: Review, oversee, and complete care plans on a regular basis for accuracy, appropriateness, and case mix validity, adhering to standards of nursing practice (including nursing restorative plans).

• Interdisciplinary Coordination: Establish documentation approaches, instruct nursing and ancillary staff on proper documentation, and communicate MDS due dates so interdisciplinary team members complete their portions on time.

• Education & Guidance: Instruct all disciplines in proper procedures, completion of MDS items, CAAs, case mix payment systems, and Quality Indicators.

What We Offer You

• Work-Life Balance: We encourage a work-life balance by offering flexible schedules.

• Education Support & Loan Forgiveness: Tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness, and education support to grow your career with us.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Full-time employees have access to full medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, plus employer-paid life insurance.

• Financial Savings: Flexible Savings Accounts (including medical, dependent, and limited) and a 401(k) retirement savings program with employer contributions.

• Time Off & Leadership: Paid Time Off (PTO) available to all employees and a work environment that allows you to be a confident and supportive leader.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Licensure: Current, active Maine RN licensure or current, active Maine Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

• Experience & Certification: MDS and ICD-10 coding experience preferred; RAC-CT certification preferred. Strong clinical assessment, care planning, and delivery of care skills within a long-term care population.

• Knowledge & Skills: Working knowledge of geriatric healthcare needs, federal and state long-term care regulations, Medicare and MaineCare rules (including the State Operations Manual and Principles of Reimbursement), MDS manuals, and Quality Indicator systems.

• Technical & Professional Proficiency: Strong computer literacy, including experience with electronic medical records and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), coupled with clear communication and the ability to work tactfully with residents, families, staff, physicians, regulators, and the community.

Ready to make a difference in the lives of our residents? Apply today and join a team that values your leadership, dedication, and care!