MDS Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)

Life Care Center of Longmont; Longmont (CO); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 63.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Life Care Center of Longmont is seeking an RN MDS Coordinator to coordinate and submit MDS assessments, CCAs, and care plans in accordance with CMS RAI regulations. The role requires an active RN license, CPR, and 2 years of nursing experience (geriatric preferred).

The position is full-time with an on-call rotation and day shifts, offering opportunities for professional growth within a respected post-acute care organization.

Formación

• RN license in good standing in the applicable state.
• CPR certification required at hire or within orientation.
• Geratric nursing experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans per CMS RAI regulations.
• Notify the DON of changes in a patient’s condition identified by MDS assessments.
• Educate direct care staff on CMS RAI updates affecting documentation.
• Review and assist with the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan.
• Review CMS Reports and ensure timely submission before billing.

Conocimientos

Interdisciplinary coordination

CMS RAI knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Decision making

Educación

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Descripción del empleo

Employment Status: Full-Time Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 46.08 Pay Rate Minimum: 35 Shift: Days

Full time position (Sunday-Thursday) with on call rotation; come grow with us!

Life Care Center of Longmont has excellent longevity in the leadership team making it a great place to grow your career! We are proud to be recognized for the following:

• 4.8 Average Google star rating based on 637 reviews
• US News and World Report Best Nursing Homes for 2026 for both long term care & short term rehab
• "800 Club" in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on Reputation.com.
• 5 Star CMS rating for Quality Measures

Position Summary

The RN MDS Coordinator coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate and timely interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CAAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• Two (2) years’ nursing experience. Geriatric nursing experience preferred.
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Advanced knowledge in field of practice
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary, accurate, and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations
• Report any changes in a patient’s condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON
• Provide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentation
• Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan
• Review Final Validation Reports and attest that all assessments have been completed and accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing and notify the Business Office when assessments are not ready to bill
• Review CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrence
• Attend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request
• Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language