MDS Coordinator: Lead Interdisciplinary Care Plans

Life Care Centers of America; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks an RN MDS Coordinator to coordinate and assist with accurate MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans in line with CMS RAI regulations. Role requires an RN license, 2 years of nursing experience, and CPR certification by hire or orientation.

The incumbent will educate staff on CMS guidelines, review plans, and ensure timely submissions. Strong teamwork and adherence to post-acute care standards are essential.

Qualifications

• RN license in good standing and current nursing license.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Minimum of two years of nursing experience; geriatric experience preferred.
• CPR certification by hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary, accurate MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans per CMS RAI Manual Regulations.
• Report changes in a patient’s condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON.
• Educate direct care staff on CMS RAI Manual updates and SNF documentation rules.
• Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan.
• Review Final Validation Reports and attest all assessments are completed and accepted into CMS QIES before billing; notify Business Office if not ready.
• Review CMS Reports to identify late assessments and implement prevention processes.
• Attend Daily PPS Meetings, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings as requested.
• Perform staff nurse duties as required.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
• Assist in evacuation of patients when needed.
• Use reasoning and good judgment in daily tasks.
• Communicate effectively on an interdisciplinary team.
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, and move intermittently during shifts.
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Skills

RN licensure

Interdisciplinary coordination

Regulatory compliance

Documentation accuracy

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Active RN license

Job description

Life Care Centers of America seeks an RN MDS Coordinator to coordinate and assist with accurate MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans in line with CMS RAI regulations. Role requires an RN license, 2 years of nursing experience, and CPR certification by hire or orientation.

The incumbent will educate staff on CMS guidelines, review plans, and ensure timely submissions. Strong teamwork and adherence to post-acute care standards are essential.