MDS Coordinator (RN) must have experience

Riverwoodhrc; Starke (FL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Riverwood Health and Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator (RN) in Florida to ensure accurate MDS assessments and coordinated care plans for residents. You will work with the IDT to optimize reimbursement and compliance with state and federal guidelines.

The role requires a current Florida LPN license (RN preferred) and at least 2 years of MDS experience in long-term care. Proficiency with EHR systems like PointClickCare is highly valued.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of MDS Coordinator experience in long-term care or skilled nursing
• Knowledge of RUGs, PDPM, and Medicare/Medicaid guidelines
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Experience educating staff on MDS documentation and regulatory updates

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit MDS assessments accurately and timely
• Coordinate interdisciplinary team meetings to develop individualized care plans
• Monitor case mix index and ensure proper documentation for reimbursement
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and other departments for comprehensive resident assessments
• Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations including RAI and PPS
• Conduct audits and monitor quality indicators (QMs/QIs) and participate in QAPI initiatives

Skills

MDS coordination

Regulatory compliance

IDT collaboration

EHR experience

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

MDS Coordinator (RN) - Join Our Team!

At Riverwood Health and Rehabilitation, we're dedicated to providing exceptional, cost-effective, family-focused care to individuals of all ages within our community. Our goal is to promote faster recovery and improve quality of life by reducing readmissions and supporting early detection and intervention for better disease management.

About the Role:

We're seeking a detail-oriented, experienced MDS Coordinator (RN) to ensure accurate, timely assessment documentation in compliance with state and federal guidelines. As the MDS Coordinator, you'll coordinate and oversee the completion of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and care plans for residents, ensuring regulatory compliance and optimizing reimbursement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete and submit MDS assessments in a timely and accurate manner
• Coordinate interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings to develop individualized care plans
• Monitor case mix index and ensure proper documentation for reimbursement
• Collaborate with nursing staff, therapy, and other departments to ensure comprehensive resident assessments
• Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations, including RAI process and PPS guidelines
• Educate and train staff on MDS documentation and regulatory updates
• Conduct audits and monitor quality indicators (QMs/QIs)
• Participate in Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives

Requirements:

• Current LPN license in the state of Florida (required); RN license in the state of Florida is preferred
• Minimum 2 years of MDS Coordinator experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility (preferred)
• Knowledge of RUGs, PDPM, and Medicare/Medicaid guidelines
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems (e.g., "PointClickCare or similar")
• Excellent communication and team coordination abilities

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience; same-day pay offerings available
• Health, dental, and vision insurance packages
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Supportive work environment with strong leadership
• And much more!