MDS Director (RN/LPN) - Regulatory Leader & Care Plans

Excelsior Care Group; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Coverage

PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Recognition Program

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Company perks and employee discounts

Job summary

Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Melbourne, FL is seeking an experienced MDS Director (RN/LPN) to lead our facility’s MDS program and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant assessments and documentation.

This leadership role focuses on clinical documentation, care planning, regulatory compliance, and appropriate reimbursement while working with an interdisciplinary team to promote excellent resident outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered Florida RN or LPN license.
• Minimum 2 years of MDS Coordinator experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0, PDPM, Medicare regulations, and care planning.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Experience working effectively with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all MDS assessments and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including PDPM requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive resident assessments and interviews.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care plans for residents.
• Lead and participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, and families to support resident outcomes.
• Provide leadership and education to nursing staff on MDS processes.
• Conduct in-service training related to MDS, RAPS, PDPM, and care planning.
• Maintain and manage MDS and care plan schedules.

Skills

MDS knowledge

PDPM knowledge

Leadership

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Job description

Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Melbourne, FL is seeking an experienced MDS Director (RN/LPN) to lead our facility’s MDS program and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant assessments and documentation.

This leadership role focuses on clinical documentation, care planning, regulatory compliance, and appropriate reimbursement while working with an interdisciplinary team to promote excellent resident outcomes.