MDS Coordinator RN

American Senior Communities; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health & wellness benefits

Life in balance

Career growth

Team culture

Benefits may vary

Job summary

Canterbury Nursing & Rehab is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator to oversee the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process and the interdisciplinary care planning, ensuring compliance with all state and federal regulations governing long‑term care.

You will lead clinical assessment efforts, coordinate teams, mentor staff, and promote personalized care plans that reflect resident needs and goals, in a supportive Indiana facility.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year in nursing management in long-term care.
• Two years of professional nursing experience in long-term care, acute care, restorative care or geriatric setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete the RAI and interdisciplinary care planning process.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Leadership

Collaboration

Supportive presence

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

MDS Coordinator Opportunity at Canterbury Nursing & Rehab

RN

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for the overall coordination and completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) and the interdisciplinary care planning process while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements.

Skills Needed

• Clinical Judgement/Assessment: Attention to detail and strong clinical assessment skills. The ability to develop plans of care that are consistent with the resident’s needs.
• Leadership: The ability to lead and motivate others to follow RAI processes in a timely and accurate manner.
• Collaboration: Promote communication and interdisciplinary approaches to resident care.
• Supportive Presence: Create a comforting and engaging atmosphere for our residents.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, preferably BSN.
• Minimum of one year in nursing management in the long-term industry.
• Two years of professional nursing experience in long-term care, acute care, restorative care or geriatric nursing setting.
• Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to our residents, family members, customers and staff. Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence

Benefits And Perks Include

• Competitive Compensation: Access your earnings before payday. Take advantage of lucrative employee referral bonus programs, 401(k), FSA program, free life insurance, PTO exchange for pay programs and more.
• Health & Wellness: Medical coverage as low as $25, vision and dental insurance. Employee Assistance Program to help manage personal or work-related issues, as well as Workforce Chaplains to provide support in the workplace and Personalized Wellness Coaching.
• Life in Balance: Holiday pay and PTO with opportunities to earn additional PTO. Employee Discount Programs that allow you to save on travel, retail, entertainment, food and much more.
• Career Growth: Access to preceptors and mentorship programs, clinical and leadership development pathways, education partnerships with colleges and universities across the state like Ivy Tech and Purdue Global, financial assistance for continuing education, company sponsored scholarship programs, and tuition reimbursement.
• Team Culture: A.R.E. Values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence carrying a legacy for improving the lives of Seniors across Indiana. Celebrate the hard work you and your team put in each day through employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.
• Full-Time and Part-Time Benefits may vary, terms and conditions apply

About American Senior Communities

Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence are the core values for American Senior Communities. These words not only form an acronym for C.A.R.E., but they are also our guiding principles and create the framework for all our relationships with customers, team members and community at large.

American Senior Communities has proudly served our customers since the year 2000, with a long history of excellent outcomes. Team members within each of our 100+ American Senior Communities take great pride in our Hoosier hospitality roots, and it is ingrained in everything we do. As leaders in senior care, we are not just doing a job but following a calling.

The American Health Care Association recently recognized ASC as the 12th largest provider, yet #2 in quality among the nation’s 20 largest skilled nursing care companies. What that means for our team members is the opportunity to work in a company supported by strong clinical standards, proven processes, and a company committed to excellence. Its something we’re incredibly proud of, and it reflects the kind of organization you can build a career with.