MDS Coordinator - RN - $5000 Sign On BONUS - Make an Impact in Resident Care

National HealthCare Corporation (NHC); Anniston (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

401(k) with generous company match

Company-provided scrub uniforms

Growth in MDS/PDPM knowledge

Meaningful work

Job summary

NHC HealthCare Anniston is seeking an organized RN to serve as the RN MDS Coordinator in Anniston, Alabama, coordinating resident assessments and individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes timely MDS/PDPM documentation, accurate data entry, and support for quality outcomes and reimbursement; on-call duties may apply. Join a team dedicated to high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Current and active Registered Nurse license required.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, dependable, and detail-oriented.
• Previous nursing experience preferred.
• MDS and PDPM experience preferred.
• RAC-CT, RAC, or CMAC certification is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, complete, and document accurate resident assessments
• Maintain the MDS assessment calendar and monitor required completion dates
• Interview residents and family members to gather relevant clinical and care information
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to complete assessments, care area reviews, and individualized care plans
• Help ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted within required timeframes
• Communicate assessment deadlines and follow up with department leaders as needed
• Support quality outcomes and appropriate reimbursement through accurate MDS and PDPM processes
• Participate in on-call responsibilities as needed

Skills

RN license

Organizational skills

Time-management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Job description

• Comprehensive benefits package

Job Details

RN MDS Coordinator

NHC HealthCare Anniston | Anniston, Alabama

Are you an organized and compassionate Registered Nurse looking for an opportunity to use your clinical knowledge, assessment skills, and attention to detail?

NHC HealthCare Anniston is seeking an RN MDS Coordinator to join our interdisciplinary care team. In this important role, you will help ensure residents receive accurate assessments, individualized care plans, and the high-quality care they deserve.

Why Join NHC HealthCare Anniston?

• Collaborative and supportive interdisciplinary team
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Company-provided scrub uniforms
• Opportunities to grow your knowledge of MDS, PDPM, and long-term care reimbursement
• Meaningful work that directly supports resident outcomes and quality care

Position Overview

The RN MDS Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and completing resident assessments in accordance with applicable requirements and established timelines. You will collaborate with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and other departments to support accurate documentation and individualized resident care planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate, complete, and document accurate resident assessments
• Maintain the MDS assessment calendar and monitor required completion dates
• Interview residents and family members to gather relevant clinical and care informationCollaborate with the interdisciplinary team to complete assessments, care area reviews, and individualized care plans
• Help ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted within required timeframes
• Communicate assessment deadlines and follow up with department leaders as needed
• Support quality outcomes and appropriate reimbursement through accurate MDS and PDPM processes
• Participate in on-call responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

• Current and active Registered Nurse license required
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary team
• Compassionate, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Previous nursing experience preferred
• MDS and PDPM experience preferred
• RAC-CT, RAC, or CMAC certification is a plus but not required

Candidates with strong long-term care experience who are interested in growing their MDS knowledge are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Full-time employees may be eligible for:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Company-provided scrub uniforms
• Additional employee benefits and support resources

About NHC

National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality long-term care. We provide a full range of services designed to support the health, well-being, and independence of the individuals we serve.

At NHC, compassionate care and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do. Our workplace is built on encouragement, innovation, collaboration, honesty, and integrity.

Join a team where your knowledge, attention to detail, and commitment to quality care can make a meaningful difference.

Learn More About Our Center At

nhccare.com/locations/anniston/

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