MDS Coordinator — Patient Care & Compliance

Pacific Coast Manor; Capitola (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health Benefits

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance program

Tuition Assistance

Discount programs

Job summary

Pacific Coast Manor in Capitola, CA seeks an MDS Coordinator to oversee timely, accurate patient assessments across departments, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and policies.

Position requires a California LVN license (RN preferred) and 2 years of nursing or 1 year of MDS experience, with strong communication and organizational skills. The role includes education of staff, care plans oversight, and collaboration with billing and DON.

Qualifications

• Current California LVN license required; RN license may be preferred.
• Two years of nursing experience or one year of MDS experience preferred.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to remain kind, calm, and professional in all work situations.
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Takes pride in serving others and completes duties on time.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of accurate, timely patient assessments per requirements and policies.
• Report any changes in a patient’s condition to the Director of Nursing (DON).
• Educate direct care associates on patient documentation, updates, and regulations.
• Ensure care plans are comprehensive and meeting patient needs.
• Review Final Validation Reports confirming assessments are completed and accepted into CMS and other systems prior to billing.
• Collaborate with Business Office regarding billing decisions.
• Continuously review CMS Reports to address issues and improve processes to ensure timely submissions.
• Attend Daily PPS Meetings and Monthly Triple Check.
• Performs staff nurse functions when necessary.
• Lead by example with kindness and professionalism.

Skills

MDS coordination

Nursing experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

California LVN license

Job description

Pacific Coast Manor in Capitola, CA seeks an MDS Coordinator to oversee timely, accurate patient assessments across departments, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and policies.

Position requires a California LVN license (RN preferred) and 2 years of nursing or 1 year of MDS experience, with strong communication and organizational skills. The role includes education of staff, care plans oversight, and collaboration with billing and DON.