MDS Coordinator (RN)

Marquis Health Consulting Services; East Windsor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with match

Company-sponsored life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Join Merwick Post Acute as an MDS Coordinator in a full-time, in-office position. This critical role requires an active RN license in New Jersey and focuses on ensuring compliance in MDS assessments essential for resident care planning and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include supervising MDS documentation, resolving discrepancies, and preparing reports for leadership while embracing the core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence.

Qualifications

• Current, active 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.
• Verify compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations.
• Supervise MDS data entry and validation processes.
• Identify and resolve data discrepancies.
• Prepare and present MDS-related reports.
• Provide feedback to clinical teams.
• Participate in facility surveys and audits.
• Assist with audit responses.
• Stay current on changes to regulations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid

MDS/RAI experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (RN, BSN, or LPN)

Job description

Join our team at Merwick Post Acute as a MDS Coordinator

Fulltime position (In Office position)

(MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE RN LICENSE IN NJ)

Salary range based on experience $35-$55 Hourly

At Merwick Post Acute we believe that accurate clinical documentation and assessment are essential to delivering high-quality, compliant, and person-centered care. Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence, the MDS Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant completion of all Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments to support resident care planning, reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities for MDS Coordinator

• 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 (DON) 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.

Qualifications for MDS Coordinator

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (RN, BSN, or LPN).
• Current, active RN license required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in a long-term care setting.
• Prior MDS/RAI experience required.
• Strong clinical assessment skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations and reimbursement systems.

Our Core Values in Action

• Passion – Ensuring residents are accurately assessed so they receive the care and resources they need to thrive.
• Respect – Upholding integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality in all resident documentation and interactions with care teams.
• Excellence – Delivering precise, compliant, and high-quality MDS processes that support optimal outcomes and regulatory success.

Benefits for MDS Coordinator

• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus
• Health, vision, and dental benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Employee engagement and culture committee
• Company-sponsored life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP) resources

The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.