MDS Coordinator - RN or LVN

Lancaster Nursing & Rehabilitation; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nursing and rehabilitation facility as an MDS Coordinator, where you'll drive improvements in resident care through expert assessment and compliance management. This vital role involves coordinating assessments, maintaining regulations, and collaborating with nursing teams to enhance the overall care experience. Enjoy a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) eligibility

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Nursing License in good standing.
• Experience in geriatric nursing with a focus on resident-centered care is essential.
• Strong assessment and organizational skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate resident assessments and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Monitor documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary meetings and update care plans.

Skills

Assessment

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Current Nursing License

Geriatric Nursing Background

Tools

MDS-related Software

Job description

Join Our Team as an MDS Coordinator

Enhance Resident Care Through Quality Assessment & Coordination

We’re seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented MDS Coordinator to join our growing team! This role is essential in ensuring accurate assessments, compliance with state and federal regulations, and optimal care planning for our residents. Success in this position requires reliability, strong organizational skills, and a collaborative approach to interdisciplinary coordination.

Your Impact as an MDS Coordinator

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate Resident Assessments: Schedule and oversee admission, annual, quarterly, Medicare, and change-of-condition assessments, ensuring timely communication with nursing and other departments.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Maintain adherence to Federal and State guidelines for comprehensive assessments (MDS).
• Monitor & Maintain Documentation: Review MDS and care plan documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and chronological order for all resident files.
• Utilize MDS Software Proficiency: Maintain expertise in MDS-related software and ensure accurate data entry and reporting.
• Facilitate Medicaid & Interdisciplinary Meetings: Attend and coordinate Medicaid meetings, ITTM meetings, and care planning discussions to ensure seamless communication and updates.
• Update & Implement Care Plans: Ensure care plan accuracy and update as needed based on resident status and assessment results.
• Provide Quality Indicators Reporting: Generate and distribute Quality Indicators Reports for DON, Administrators, and relevant staff to drive quality improvement initiatives.
• Manage MDS Data Transmissions: Perform timely and accurate MDS submissions in compliance with reporting standards.
• Stay Current with Industry Standards: Attend workshops and training sessions to remain updated on industry changes and best practices.
• Oversee Ancillary Management: Collect, manage, and report ancillary services data to corporate billing personnel.

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re seeking someone who:

• Holds a current Nursing License in good standing.
• Has a geriatric nursing background with a passion for resident-centered care.
• Possesses strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of nursing home regulations and compliance requirements.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Is highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

We offer (for full-time employees):

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Extra Protection: AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness, and more
• Life Insurance: Whole and Term Policies
• Professional Growth: Tuition Reimbursement for continued education
• Time to Recharge: Paid Time Off
• Retirement Planning: Immediate 401(k) eligibility
• Unwavering Support: Exceptional corporate resources

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. Discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic is strictly prohibited.