MDS Coordinator/Educator

Goodwin Living Career Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance for Career Development

Retirement Plan – 401(k)

Access to a Fitness Center

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free Onsite Parking

Metro Accessible

Job summary

Goodwin Living Career Center is seeking an MDS-RN-Educator in Washington, D.C. This dual-function role oversees the Minimum Data Set assessment process while training facility team members on clinical documentation and regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in MDS coding and long-term care, coupled with an active RN license in D.C. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of long-term care experience with strong proficiency in MDS coding.
• Active, unencumbered RN license in Washington, D.C.
• Certification through AANAC is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the MDS assessment process and ensure accurate RAI and MDS submissions.
• Train and develop clinical and non-clinical team members.
• Identify documentation gaps and provide targeted training.
• Lead interdisciplinary care plan meetings.
• Participate in the Infection Control Program.

Skills

MDS coding

Electronic Health Record (EHR) proficiency

Clinical training and education

Interpersonal communication

Education

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Washington, D.C.

RAC-CT certification (preferred)

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Pay

$115k - $125k per year

Job Summary

The MDS-RN-Educator is a dual‑function role. It oversees the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment process and trains facility team members on clinical documentation, CMS regulations, and quality measures. The goal is to maximize Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement and ensure top‑tier care.

Job Duties

• Ensuring accurate completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) and MDS 3.0 forms.
• Align care planning and MDS submissions with DC Health and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations.
• Maximize facility revenue through accurate clinical coding and case‑mix index (CMI) optimization.
• Training and development of clinical and non‑clinical team members.
• Educate new floor nurses, LPNs, and CNAs on proper charting, restorative nursing programs, and RAI processes.
• Identify documentation trends and gaps, creating targeted training to improve 5‑star quality measures.
• Train team members on any changes to federal or DC state licensing and survey standards.
• Lead interdisciplinary care plan meetings with residents and their families.
• Work closely with physicians, physical therapists, and social workers to reflect holistic patient needs.
• Ensure proper hand washing techniques are followed and that working environment areas are clean and sanitary.
• Identify tasks that involve potential exposure to blood/body fluids.
• Participate in the Infection Control Program.
• Follow established procedures for safety regulations and preparedness drills.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident information.
• Ensure residents are treated fairly and with dignity and respect.
• Report complaints and grievances made by residents to the supervisor.
• Report all allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property immediately.
• Assure resident privacy in accordance with resident and/or family wishes, in compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Job Requirements

• Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Washington, D.C.
• 2‑4 years of long‑term care experience, with strong proficiency in MDS coding.
• Certification such as RAC‑CT (Resident Assessment Coordinator‑Certified) through the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordinators (AANAC) is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems like PointClickCare.

Benefits

• Paid time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Tuition Assistance for Career Development
• Retirement Plan – 401(k)
• Access to a Fitness Center
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Free Onsite Parking
• Metro Accessible

Forest Hills of DC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.