MDS Coordinator (LPN, RN)

Trilogy Health Services; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Weekly Pay + Quarterly Increases

HSA with company match

PTO + Paid Parental Leave

Tuition & Student Loan Assistance

Job summary

Trilogy Health Services in Valparaiso, Indiana is seeking an MDS Coordinator (LPN, RN) to oversee the resident assessment and care planning process. This position involves ensuring compliance with regulations, conducting assessments, and developing care plans for residents.

The ideal candidate will have a valid LPN or RN license, along with 3 to 5 years of experience in an assessment role. The role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain a current state LPN or RN license.
• Three to five years' experience in the MDS or assessment role preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee resident assessment and care planning process ensuring compliance.
• Conduct MDS assessment to evaluate residents' status.
• Prepare and transmit reports to Medicare and Medicaid databases.
• Develop written care plans identifying resident needs.
• Provide information on Medicare/Medicaid financial assistance.
• Ensure informative MDS notes of services provided.
• Assist with completing care plans during discharge.

Skills

Experience in MDS or assessment role

Current CPR certification

Education

Current, valid state LPN or RN license

Job description

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY

At Trilogy, you'll experience a caring, supportive community that values each team member. We prioritize meaningful relationships, genuine teamwork, and continuous growth. With the stability of long‑term care, competitive pay, and exceptional benefits, Trilogy offers a work environment where you're supported, appreciated, and empowered to thrive in your career. If you're ready to join a team committed to your success, Trilogy is where you belong and thrive!

POSITION OVERVIEW

The MDS Coordinator (LPN, RN) is responsible for overseeing the resident assessment and care planning process and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations related to resident assessments, quality of care and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and complete the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment to evaluate residents' physical, psychological and functional status, including the implementation of Care Area Assessments (CAA)s and triggers.
• Evaluate each resident's condition and pertinent medical data to determine any need for special assessment activities or a need to amend the admission assessment.
• Prepare and electronically transmit timely reports to the national Medicare and Medicaid databases.
• Develop a written plan of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems/needs of the resident and the goals to be accomplished for each problem/need identified.
• Provide information to residents/families on Medicare/Medicaid and other financial assistance programs available to the residents.
• Ensure that MDS notes are informative and descriptive of the services provided and of the residents' response to the service.
• Assist with completing the care plan portion of the residents' discharge plan. Evaluate and implement recommendations from established committees as they pertain to the assessment and/or care plan functions of the health campus.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain a current, valid state LPN or RN license
• Three (3) to five (5) years' experience working in the MDS or assessment role in a senior residential care, healthcare, senior living industry or long‑term care environment, preferred
• Current, valid CPR certification required

Compensation will be determined based on the relevant license or certification held, as well as the candidate's years of experience.

LOCATION

US-IN-Valparaiso
Avalon Springs Health Campus
2400 Silvhay Rd
Valparaiso
IN

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage – Includes free Virtual Doctor Visits, with coverage starting in your first 30 days.
• Get Paid Weekly + Quarterly Increases – Enjoy weekly pay and regular quarterly wage increases.
• Spending & Retirement Accounts – HSA with company match, Dependent Care, LSA, and 401(k) with company match.
• PTO + Paid Parental Leave – Paid time off and fully paid parental leave for new parents.
• Inclusive Care – No-cost LGBTQIA+ support and gender‑affirming care coordination.
• Tuition & Student Loan Assistance – Financial support for education, certifications, and student loan repayment.

NOTICE TO ALL APPLICANTS (WI, IN, OH, MI & KY)

For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Trilogy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.