MDS Director

Heatherwoodrehab; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive and Weekly Pay

401(k) with Employer Match

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Heatherwoodrehab is seeking a dynamic RN MDS Director in Middletown, Connecticut, to lead the MDS process in our skilled nursing facility. You'll ensure our residents receive high-quality care while managing responsibilities like assessing care plans and overseeing training.

This full-time role offers competitive pay of up to $45 an hour based on experience, alongside benefits like health insurance and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Nursing Degree from an accredited school of nursing, college or university.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an RN in this state.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate MDS process and assess resident care plans.
• Oversee ADL training for facility and staff.
• Ensure compliance with facility privacy policies.

Skills

Independent decision-making

Tactful communication

Knowledge of nursing practices

Leadership ability

Education

Nursing Degree from an accredited school

Current RN license in Connecticut

Job description

Job Summary: Wadsworth Glen Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, a 102-bed skilled nursing facility in Middletown, is seeking a dynamic and experienced RN MDS Director to join our team. As the RN MDS Director, you will play a crucial role in planning, organizing, and directing the MDS process, ensuring that our residents receive high‑quality care and services. This is a full‑time salaried position with a competitive hourly rate and weekly pay. Up to $45 an hour, depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate MDS process, including assessing resident care plans, completing MDS reports, and transmitting them to CMS

• Oversee ADL training for facility and staff

• Issue and deliver denial notices timely and appropriately

• Complete and transmit all CMS‑approved item sets (MDS)

• Ensure compliance with facility privacy policies and procedures

• Maintain Medicare meeting minutes and issue Medicare denial letters per CMS regulations

• Assure appropriate management of residents’ Medicare/Insurance benefits

• Maintain adequate systems to ensure appropriate documents are sufficient to support billed services

• Perform other duties assigned by manager

Requirements

• Must possess a Nursing Degree from an accredited school of nursing, college or university

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an RN in this state

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such an action

• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public

• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long‑term care

• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non‑professional personnel

• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents

Benefits

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members

• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities/agencies follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.