MDS Coordinator — Quality & Compliance Leader (CE Included)

Skilled Nursing of Elizabeth; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education

Supportive team

Job summary

Skilled Nursing of Elizabeth in New Jersey is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator to join our dedicated nursing home team. You will manage MDS assessments, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize resident care and reimbursement.

Ideal candidates have prior MDS coordination or long-term care experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Previous MDS Coordinator or long-term care experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Complete and coordinate accurate and timely MDS assessments.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and CMS regulations.
• Coordinate care planning with the interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor documentation to support quality outcomes and reimbursement.
• Assist with survey readiness and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, therapy, physicians, and other departments.

Skills

MDS coordination

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Skilled Nursing of Elizabeth in New Jersey is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator to join our dedicated nursing home team. You will manage MDS assessments, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize resident care and reimbursement.

Ideal candidates have prior MDS coordination or long-term care experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently as part of a team.