MDS Coordinator RN/LPN — No Weekends, No On-Call

Skilled Nursing of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Nursing of Chicago is seeking a full-time MDS Coordinator (RN/LPN) to lead resident assessments and care planning in a Chicago-based skilled nursing facility.

You will ensure timely MDS submissions, maintain regulatory compliance, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality resident care while advancing your professional growth. This role offers stable hours with no weekend or on-call shifts, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois RN or LPN license in good standing.
• Prior MDS assessment experience in long-term care or skilled nursing.
• Solid understanding of Case-Mix, Federal Medicare PPS processes, and reimbursement frameworks.
• Strong computer skills with hands-on experience using Electronic Health Record (EHR) platforms.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage complex workloads independently.
• Clear communication skills to lead care meetings and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Assessment Management: Monitor, guide, and supervise the input and completion of MDS assessments in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Compliance & Submission: Transmit MDS assessments to the state, obtain validation receipts, and resolve any submission issues.
• Care Planning: Schedule and facilitate quarterly and annual care plan conferences involving residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with facility departments to ensure all clinical documentation supports the MDS process.
• Training & Mentorship: Serve as the subject matter expert on MDS processes, offering guidance and support to facility staff.
• Record Keeping & Regulation: Maintain complete records of assessments and care plans while staying current on evolving MDS guidelines.
• Additional Duties: Execute clinical support tasks as assigned by the Director of Nursing and Administrator.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Detail-oriented

Organization

Communication

Regulatory Knowledge

Problem-solving

Tools

EHR Systems

Job description

Skilled Nursing of Chicago is seeking a full-time MDS Coordinator (RN/LPN) to lead resident assessments and care planning in a Chicago-based skilled nursing facility.

You will ensure timely MDS submissions, maintain regulatory compliance, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality resident care while advancing your professional growth. This role offers stable hours with no weekend or on-call shifts, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for ongoing training.