MDS Coordinator (LVN/LPN) - Skilled Nursing Documentation

(Castle Hills Rehabilitation and Care Center) LSSH San Antonio I, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Castle Hills Rehabilitation and Care Center is seeking an MDS Nurse (LVN/LPN) to coordinate and complete MDS assessments in compliance with regulations, ensuring accurate documentation and supporting reimbursement. This role collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to promote quality outcomes for residents.

The candidate will maintain MDS/tasks within CMS/state guidelines, participate in care conferences, and stay current with regulatory changes affecting MDS documentation in a skilled nursing

Qualifications

• Current LVN/LPN license in the state of practice.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI process, and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement guidelines.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments and CAAs within required timelines.
• Ensure accuracy of resident clinical documentation to support care planning and reimbursement.
• Maintain compliance with CMS, state, and facility guidelines.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
• Monitor resident progress and update care plans as needed.
• Participate in resident care conferences and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with audits and surveys by providing accurate documentation and reports.
• Stay current with regulatory changes impacting MDS and skilled nursing documentation.
• Communicate with residents, families, and staff regarding care planning.

Skills

MDS 3.0 knowledge

RAI process

detail-oriented

EHR proficiency

team collaboration

Education

LVN/LPN license (state)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Castle Hills Rehabilitation and Care Center is seeking an MDS Nurse (LVN/LPN) to coordinate and complete MDS assessments in compliance with regulations, ensuring accurate documentation and supporting reimbursement. This role collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to promote quality outcomes for residents.

The candidate will maintain MDS/tasks within CMS/state guidelines, participate in care conferences, and stay current with regulatory changes affecting MDS documentation in a skilled nursing