MDS Director (RN)

Complete Care Careers; New Jersey; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Complete Care is seeking an experienced MDS Director (RN) to oversee the MDS process at one of our skilled nursing facilities in New Jersey. The candidate will manage assessments, ensure CMS/regulatory compliance, and coordinate care planning with nursing leadership.

Ideal applicants will hold an active New Jersey RN license, have MDS 3.0 and PDPM knowledge, RAC-CT preferred, and proven leadership and communication skills to guide staff and optimize reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license
• Prior MDS experience in a skilled nursing facility
• RAC-CT certification strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0, PDPM, Medicare, and Medicaid reimbursement
• Previous MDS leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Experience with PointClickCare preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the MDS assessment process, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Ensure compliance with CMS guidelines and state and federal regulations.
• Manage care planning, documentation, and reimbursement accuracy.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams to support quality resident care.
• Monitor quality measures and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Provide guidance and education to staff regarding MDS processes and requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

RN license (New Jersey)

RAC-CT

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

MDS Director - RN

Complete Care | New Jersey

Complete Care is seeking an experienced MDS Director (RN) to oversee the MDS process at one of our skilled nursing facilities in New Jersey. We are looking for a knowledgeable, detail-oriented professional with strong clinical assessment skills and a thorough understanding of MDS, PDPM, and reimbursement processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the MDS assessment process, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.


• Ensure compliance with CMS guidelines and state and federal regulations.


• Manage care planning, documentation, and reimbursement accuracy.


• Collaborate with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams to support quality resident care.


• Monitor quality measures and identify opportunities for improvement.


• Provide guidance and education to staff regarding MDS processes and requirements.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license or valid Compact RN license required.


• Prior MDS experience in a skilled nursing facility required.


• RAC-CT (Resident Assessment Coordinator - Certified) certification strongly preferred.


• Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0, PDPM, Medicare, and Medicaid reimbursement.


• Previous MDS leadership or supervisory experience preferred.


• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.


• Experience with PointClickCare preferred.

Why Join Complete Care?

Complete Care operates over 90 skilled nursing facilities across multiple states, with a commitment to quality resident care and strong clinical leadership.

We offer a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional growth, and comprehensive benefits.