MDS Coordinator - Elevate Care & Compliance

Regalcare; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $8,000

Job summary

RegalCare Wakefield is seeking a versatile MDS Coordinator to manage resident assessments in line with federal and state regulations. The role requires current Massachusetts RN or LPN licensure and at least 1 year of MDS experience.

You will schedule assessments, coordinate care plans with the interdisciplinary team, and oversee Medicare coverage processes while ensuring staff training on MDS procedures. This position emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Massachusetts RN or LPN.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a MDS Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and facilitate completion of resident assessments per Federal and State regulations.
• Establish assessment schedules and ensure timely, accurate assessments.
• Coordinate resident care plans with regulatory requirements and interdisciplinary team.
• Initiate Medicare coverage for newly qualified residents and handle denial letters when necessary.
• Educate, train and assist nursing staff regarding MDS processes and documentation.
• Ensure all MDS/PPS updates are implemented and staff are in-serviced.
• Cross-train between PPS and OBRA.
• Conduct regular resident interviews as required by the MDS.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Assessment skills

Team coordination

Education

Massachusetts RN or LPN license

Job description

RegalCare Wakefield is seeking a versatile MDS Coordinator to manage resident assessments in line with federal and state regulations. The role requires current Massachusetts RN or LPN licensure and at least 1 year of MDS experience.

You will schedule assessments, coordinate care plans with the interdisciplinary team, and oversee Medicare coverage processes while ensuring staff training on MDS procedures. This position emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance, and professional growth.