MDS Coordinator (RN on-site) Avamere Pacific Ridge

Avamere; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated MDS Coordinator to oversee the planning and implementation of MDS assessments. This full-time role involves reviewing patient care plans, ensuring compliance with nursing practices, and facilitating care conferences. The ideal candidate will possess a nursing degree, RN license, and experience with the RAI process. Join a supportive environment that values professional development and offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for continuing education. If you're passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401 (k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

EAP Canopy with Telehealth

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Voluntary Benefits

Qualifications

• Must possess a nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• MDS Certification preferred and experience with RAI process.

Responsibilities

• Complete planning, scheduling, and revising of the MDS.
• Review patient care plans and ensure all personnel are informed.

Skills

Nursing

MDS Certification

Electronic Medical Records

Patient Care Planning

HIPAA Compliance

Education

Nursing Degree

Tools

Computer Documentation Systems

Job description

MDS Coordinator (RN on-site) Avamere Pacific Ridge

Job Category: Nursing Leadership

Requisition Number: MDSCO025888

Posted: April 21, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location

Avamere Skilled of Tacoma
3625 East B Street
Tacoma, WA 98404, USA

Wage: $50 - $55/hour - depending on experience

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays, and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs, and more.

The primary responsibility of this position is to complete the planning, scheduling, and revising of the MDS, including the implementation of CAA’s and Triggers.

Responsibilities:

• Review patient care plans for appropriate goals, problems, approaches, and revisions based on nursing needs.
• Ensure all personnel involved in providing care to the patients are aware of their care plans.
• Schedule and facilitate care plan conferences.
• Monitor and guide the completion of PPS and OBRA assessments.
• Manage the Utilization Review (UR) process.
• Oversee MAR’s treatment, flow sheets, and physician's orders.
• Participate in facility surveys by authorized government agencies.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in this state.
• MDS Certification preferred.
• Knowledgeable and experienced in the RAI process, CAAs, RUG categories, and MDS 3.0.
• Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
• Must chart nurses’ notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident and resident’s response to care.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records and computer documentation systems.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Must speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Must have an active CPR/BLS certification.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.