MDS Coordinator LVN — Care Planning & Compliance

PACS Group (United Kingdom); Ojai (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group United Kingdom is seeking an MDS Nurse (LVN/LPN) to coordinate and complete MDS assessments in California, ensuring compliant documentation and accurate care planning for Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement. The role involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and ongoing participation in quality improvement initiatives.

The position requires current LVN/LPN licensure in California, with preferred experience in long‑term care; familiarity with MDS 3.0, RAI, and EHR systems is

Qualifications

• Current LVN/LPN license in the state of practice.
• Prior long‑term care or skilled nursing facility experience preferred.
• MDS 3.0, RAI process, and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement guidelines knowledge.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments within required timelines.
• Ensure accuracy of resident documentation to support care planning and reimbursement.
• Maintain CMS and state regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans.
• Monitor resident progress and update care plans as needed.
• Participate in care conferences and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with audits and surveys with accurate documentation.
• Stay current with regulatory changes affecting MDS and billing.
• Work with nursing, therapy, social services, and dietary teams to gather information.
• Provide education on documentation standards and MDS requirements.

Skills

MDS 3.0 knowledge

RAI process

EHR proficiency

Regulatory compliance

Documentation accuracy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Job description

PACS Group United Kingdom is seeking an MDS Nurse (LVN/LPN) to coordinate and complete MDS assessments in California, ensuring compliant documentation and accurate care planning for Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement. The role involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and ongoing participation in quality improvement initiatives.

The position requires current LVN/LPN licensure in California, with preferred experience in long‑term care; familiarity with MDS 3.0, RAI, and EHR systems is