MDS Coordinator (LPN)

Americare Senior Living; Sabetha (KS); On-site; USD 39,950 - 42,705; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Daily pay access

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Short- and long-term disability

401(k) with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement and CE support

Free meals during shifts

Career advancement pathways

Job summary

Americare Senior Living is seeking a detail-oriented MDS Coordinator (LPN) in Sabetha, KS to support accurate assessments and regulatory compliance within our skilled nursing community.

This part-time role involves coordinating MDS processes, maintaining care plans, collaborating with the IDT, and ensuring timely, compliant documentation to support high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current LPN license required.
• 3–5 years healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments per federal/state guidelines.
• Ensure admissions notes, care plans, and documentation are accurate and current.
• Complete MDS sections and assessments (e.g., RAP summaries for incontinence, falls, catheters, feeding tubes).
• Review and update resident care plans based on assessment findings.
• Participate in Medicare meetings, care plan meetings, and IDT discussions.
• Assist with maintaining regulatory compliance and survey readiness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clinical knowledge

MDS coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Current LPN license

Job description

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Detailed oriented? Great at care planning? Amazing assessment skills? Apply today!

Community: Sabetha Manor

Community Type: Skilled Nursing

Location: Sabetha, KS

Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: Part-Time

Pay: Starting at $29–$31/hour

Advance Your Clinical Career in Senior Living

Are you a nurse or clinical professional looking for a meaningful role in senior living or long-term care? At Americare, you’ll combine clinical excellence with compassionate care.

Who We Are

• Leading senior living and healthcare provider serving multiple states
• 40+ years of experience in assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing
• Values-driven culture built on RISING: Respect, Integrity, Servant Heart, Inspire, Nurture, Growth
• Nationally recognized workplace and care provider

Why Join Americare

• Deliver high-quality resident-centered clinical care
• Work with supportive leadership and collaborative care teams
• Opportunity to grow into leadership or specialty clinical roles
• Focus on quality outcomes, compliance, and patient safety
• Be part of a mission-driven organization that values your expertise

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation
• Daily pay access
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Free meals during shifts
• Recognition programs and career advancement pathways

Benefits may vary based on full-time, part-time, or PRN status.

Your Role as the MDS Coordinator (LPN)

Americare Senior Living is seeking a detail-oriented and clinically knowledgeable MDS Coordinator (LPN) to support accurate assessments, regulatory compliance, and quality resident outcomes within our skilled nursing community.

Summary

The MDS Coordinator (LPN) is responsible for coordinating and completing the MDS process as required by federal and state regulations while ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.

This role collaborates closely with the Director of Nursing, Administrator, and interdisciplinary team (IDT) to maintain facility standards, support inspections, and promote high-quality resident care.

This Role May Also Be Known As

• MDS Coordinator (LPN)
• MDS Nurse (LPN)
• Clinical Reimbursement Nurse (LPN)
• Assessment Coordinator
• Case Mix Nurse (LPN)

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments in accordance with federal and state guidelines
• Ensure admission assessments, nursing notes, overall care plans, and required documentation are accurate and current per facility, ASI, and regulatory standards
• Complete assigned MDS sections and required assessments, including but not limited to:
• Skin, contracture, fall, incontinence, catheter, and side rail assessments
• RAP summaries for urinary incontinence, falls, indwelling catheters, feeding tubes, dehydration, oral and dental care, pressure ulcers, psychotropic medications, and physical restraints
• Review, update, and maintain resident care plans based on assessment findings
• Participate in Medicare meetings, care plan meetings, and interdisciplinary team discussions
• Assist the Director of Nursing with maintaining compliance with state, federal, and Americare requirements
• Support survey readiness and participate in inspections as needed
• Ensure medication systems meet resident needs and comply with state regulations and pharmaceutical guidelines
• Communicate significant changes in resident condition to the Administrator and nursing leadership, including hospital transfers or other critical events
• Assist with resident admissions, placements, and room transfers in coordination with the IDT team
• Schedule, participate in, and maintain records for nursing staff meetings as needed
• Review incident reports routinely and ensure appropriate documentation and follow-up
• Assess nursing supply and equipment needs and ensure adequate inventory levels
• Provide on-call support to staff as needed for nursing-related matters
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Administrator

What You Bring

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Licensure / Certification

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required
• Maintains current state registration and required continuing education

Experience & Knowledge

• Three (3) to five (5) years of healthcare experience preferred
• One (1) or more years of clinical experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred
• Two (2) or more years of long-term care or assisted living experience preferred
• Knowledge of Medicare reimbursement, RUGs, and state and federal regulations

Skills

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and analytical skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Commitment to accuracy, compliance, and resident-centered care

Physical Demands

• Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed
• Push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including resident mobility assistance
• Maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Contact & Further Information

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