MDS Coordinator LPN – Day Shift, SNF Reimbursement

Bethea Retirement; Darlington, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Immediate Pay Access

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) options with employer match

Fresh Culture

Job summary

Bethea Retirement Community in Darlington, SC is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator (LPN) to lead the MDS process and ensure accurate reimbursements. You will collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, and dietary teams to keep care plans aligned with residents’ clinical needs.

In this full-time day-shift role, you will manage OBRA/PPS assessments, uphold CMS regulations, and utilize EHR/MDS transmission tools to drive compliant reporting and reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered LPN license in SC or compact state.
• Prior MDS Coordinator experience in SNF or long-term care.
• Knowledge of CMS regulations, RAI manual, and PDPM reimbursement.
• Experience with EHR systems and MDS transmission software.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, coordinate, and complete all MDS assessments (OBRA and PPS).
• Lead development and updates of resident care plans based on MDS.
• Run weekly IDT/MDS meetings with care teams.
• Monitor documentation to support CMS reimbursement and compliance.
• Transmit MDS data to state databases and review reports for trends.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Tools

PointClickCare

MatrixCare

MDS transmission software

Job description

Bethea Retirement Community in Darlington, SC is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator (LPN) to lead the MDS process and ensure accurate reimbursements. You will collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, and dietary teams to keep care plans aligned with residents’ clinical needs.

In this full-time day-shift role, you will manage OBRA/PPS assessments, uphold CMS regulations, and utilize EHR/MDS transmission tools to drive compliant reporting and reimbursement.