MDS Director - Full-Time

Hcshiring; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Country Health Services in Oconomowoc, WI, is seeking an experienced MDS Director (RN) to lead the Resident Assessment Instrument process and ensure timely, compliant assessments in our skilled nursing center.

In this role, you will collaborate with nursing leadership, therapy and administration, oversee PDPM coding, and drive reimbursement accuracy while guiding the MDS team with strong interdisciplinary support and leadership.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing.
• Experience with MDS / RAI and PPS assessments.
• 2+ years MDS experience in skilled nursing or post-acute care.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the MDS / RAI assessment process.
• Chair the interdisciplinary care planning team.
• Ensure accurate and timely MDS completion and submission.
• Validate documentation supporting PDPM coding and reimbursement.
• Monitor Medicare and Medicaid billing accuracy.
• Provide staff education on documentation best practices.
• Stay current with CMS and regulatory updates.

Skills

RN license

MDS/RAI experience

Job description

Now Hiring-MDS Director (RN)-up to $46/hr. (based on experience)

Lake Country Health Services – Oconomowoc, WI

Part of North Shore Healthcare

Supported MDS department with strong IDT collaboration and leadership.

Lake Country Health Services is seeking an experienced MDS Director (RN) to lead the assessment and reimbursement program in our respected skilled nursing center located in beautiful Lake Country / Oconomowoc.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced MDS professional who wants to practice at the top of their license in a center with strong interdisciplinary support and engaged leadership.

Lake Country Health Services is part of North Shore Healthcare, one of the largest post-acute providers in the Upper Midwest with 66 skilled nursing and assisted living centers across Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Michigan.

Why MDS Nurses Choose Us?

• Supported MDS structure with strong interdisciplinary team collaboration
• Leadership that understands PDPM and reimbursement integrity
• Strong documentation culture supporting accurate MDS coding
• Regional clinical reimbursement resources and education
• Flexible scheduling options supporting work-life balance
• Stable organization with strong clinical leadership support

Role Overview

The MDS Director leads the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process and ensures accurate and timely completion of resident assessments in accordance with Medicare, Medicaid, OBRA, and other payer requirements. This role works closely with nursing leadership, therapy, and administration to ensure assessments accurately reflect each resident’s clinical condition while supporting regulatory compliance and reimbursement accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the MDS / RAI assessment process
• Chair the interdisciplinary care planning team
• Ensure accurate and timely MDS completion and submission
• Validate documentation supporting PDPM coding and reimbursement
• Monitor Medicare and Medicaid billing accuracy
• Provide staff education on documentation best practices
• Stay current with CMS and regulatory updates

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing
• Experience with MDS / RAI and PPS assessments

Preferred

• 2+ years MDS experience in skilled nursing or post-acute care

Our Culture

North Shore Healthcare operates under the values of Trust, Engagement, Competence, Respect, and Passion. Our teams are committed to delivering exceptional care while supporting professionals who want to grow, lead, and make a meaningful difference every day.