MDS Coordinator RN

Northgate Health and Rehabilitation Center; Alabama; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Employee assistance program

Career advancement opportunities

Continuing education

Job summary

Northgate Health & Rehabilitation Center in Bessemer, AL is seeking an experienced RN to serve as MDS Coordinator. The role focuses on MDS/RAI completion, regulatory compliance, and optimal Medicare reimbursement within a skilled nursing setting.

The MDS Coordinator collaborates with nursing leadership and the interdisciplinary team to ensure thorough documentation, accurate care plans, and ongoing quality initiatives. Active RN license in Alabama is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with MDS and RAI processes.
• Knowledge of CMS regulations and Medicare reimbursement.
• Strong documentation and regulatory compliance skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments per CMS guidelines.
• Ensure timely completion of RAI processes and documentation.
• Lead interdisciplinary care plan meetings.
• Review resident records for accuracy and reimbursement.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, and dietary staff.
• Monitor Medicare and managed care documentation.
• Maintain survey readiness and regulatory compliance.
• Educate nursing staff on MDS requirements.
• Support quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional clinical duties as assigned.

Skills

MDS 3.0

RAI process

CMS regulations

Medicare reimbursement

Documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Detail-oriented

Clinical coordination

Education

Active Alabama RN license

Job description

MDS Coordinator (RN)

Northgate Health & Rehabilitation Center
Bessemer, AL

Full-Time

Northgate Health & Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team as an MDS Coordinator. This is an outstanding opportunity for an organized, detail-oriented nurse with experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, and Medicare reimbursement.

If you have experience completing the Minimum Data Set (MDS), coordinating resident assessments, and ensuring regulatory compliance, we invite you to become part of our compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional resident care.

Position Overview

The MDS Coordinator (RN) is responsible for coordinating and completing the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, including Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, care planning, Medicare documentation, and clinical reimbursement activities. This role works collaboratively with nursing leadership, therapy, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure accurate documentation, regulatory compliance, and optimal reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments in accordance with CMS guidelines and federal and state regulations.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process.
• Develop, coordinate, and participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings.
• Review resident documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and appropriate clinical reimbursement.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, dietary, and other departments to ensure comprehensive resident assessments.
• Monitor Medicare, managed care, and reimbursement documentation.
• Maintain survey readiness and support compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Educate nursing staff regarding MDS documentation and assessment requirements.
• Monitor quality measures and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with additional clinical responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Active Alabama Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Previous experience as an MDS Coordinator, RNAC, Clinical Reimbursement Coordinator, or MDS Nurse preferred.
• Skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation, or long-term care experience required.
• Strong understanding of MDS 3.0, RAI process, Medicare reimbursement, PDPM, and CMS regulations.
• Excellent assessment, documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Continuing education and professional development
• Supportive leadership team

At Northgate Health & Rehabilitation Center, we are committed to providing exceptional skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services while creating a supportive environment for our employees. If you're an experienced MDS Coordinator RN who is passionate about clinical excellence and resident-centered care,

Northgate Health & Rehabilitation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.