MDS Coordinator — Precision & Compliance Lead

Crest-Pointe-Rehabilitation-and-Healthcare-Center; Point Pleasant (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with match

Employee engagement and culture комmit

Job summary

Crest Pointe Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator to ensure accurate MDS assessments, timely submissions, and regulatory compliance in a 118-bed sub-acute and long-term care setting.

The role requires RN licensure with 3+ years in long-term care and prior MDS/RAI experience, plus strong attention to detail and knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid rules. Competitive benefits and daily pay are highlighted in the posting.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Minimum of three years of clinical experience in a long-term care setting.
• Prior MDS/RAI experience required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all MDS assessments in accordance with regulatory requirements and established deadlines.
• Verify compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations related to MDS documentation and submission.
• Supervise MDS data entry, validation, and transmission processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve data discrepancies and validation issues.
• Prepare and present MDS-related reports and updates to the Director of Nursing and leadership team.
• Provide feedback to clinical teams and address operational concerns related to documentation and care planning.
• Participate in facility surveys, audits, and regulatory reviews, providing required documentation and support.
• Assist with audit responses and maintain ongoing compliance with Medicare and Medicaid requirements.
• Stay current on changes to Medicare, Medicaid, and RAI/MDS regulations and guidelines.
• Support and contribute to MDS-related quality improvement and performance initiatives.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate representation of resident care needs.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Medicare/Medicaid regulations

Education

RN license

Job description

Crest Pointe Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator to ensure accurate MDS assessments, timely submissions, and regulatory compliance in a 118-bed sub-acute and long-term care setting.

The role requires RN licensure with 3+ years in long-term care and prior MDS/RAI experience, plus strong attention to detail and knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid rules. Competitive benefits and daily pay are highlighted in the posting.