MDS Nurse

Continental Care and Rehabilitation; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Continuing education opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Continental Care and Rehabilitation in Montana seeks a dedicated MDS Nurse (RN or LPN) to join our nursing leadership team. You will coordinate the MDS/RAI process, ensure accurate assessments, regulatory compliance, and high-quality care planning, working closely with physicians, therapists, and support staff.

The ideal candidate has a MT license, 3+ years in nursing with skilled nursing experience, strong documentation skills, and familiarity with PDPM and Medicare/Medicaid workflows.

Qualifications

• Active MT nursing license (RN or LPN) required.
• Minimum of three years of nursing experience; skilled nursing preferred.
• Strong documentation and clinical assessment skills required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the facility's RAI/MDS process in compliance with regulations.
• Complete accurate MDS assessments and supporting documentation.
• Develop and evaluate individualized resident care plans.
• Schedule interdisciplinary care plan meetings and participate in QAPI activities.
• Assist with admissions/discharges and educate staff on documentation standards.

Skills

RN/LPN license

Montana license

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

EMR proficiency

Long-term care experience

Education

Nursing license (RN/LPN)

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

MDS Nurse (RN/LPN)

Join Our Team!

Continental Care is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented MDS Nurse to join our nursing leadership team. This position plays a vital role in ensuring accurate resident assessments, regulatory compliance, quality outcomes, and comprehensive care planning. If you are an experienced Registered Nurse with a passion for long-term care, clinical documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration, we encourage you to apply.

Position Summary

The MDS/CRC Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and managing the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process in accordance with federal and state regulations. This role oversees the accurate completion of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, develops and evaluates resident care plans, supports reimbursement processes, and serves as the facility's clinical resource for Medicare, Medicaid, and quality reporting requirements.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current, active, unencumbered Nurse (RN/LPN) license in the state of Montana

• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience desired

• At least one (1) year of skilled nursing experience desired

• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills

• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management abilities

• Intermediate computer proficiency, including electronic medical records and Microsoft Office

Preferred:

• Previous MDS Coordinator experience

• Resident Assessment Coordinator (RAC) Certification

• RAC training (or willingness to complete within six months of hire)

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the facility's Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process in compliance with state and federal regulations

• Complete accurate and timely MDS assessments and supporting clinical documentation

• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized resident care plans

• Schedule and facilitate interdisciplinary care plan meetings

• Audit medical records to ensure documentation supports MDS coding and reimbursement

• Collaborate with physicians, health plans, and interdisciplinary team members to support insurance approvals and coverage requirements

• Serve as the facility resource for Medicare reimbursement, PDPM, quality reporting, and regulatory compliance

• Schedule Assessment Reference Dates (ARDs) for OBRA and Medicare assessments

• Submit and validate MDS transmissions through the QIES ASAP system

• Correct transmission errors promptly to maintain compliance

• Participate in Triple Check, utilization review, QAPI, and quality improvement activities

• Assist with admissions, discharges, and resident care as needed

• Provide education and guidance to clinical staff regarding documentation and regulatory requirements

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Organized and highly detail-oriented

• Knowledgeable in long-term care regulations and reimbursement systems

• An effective communicator and team leader

• Comfortable working independently while collaborating across departments

• Committed to providing exceptional resident-centered care

• Passionate about quality improvement and regulatory compliance

Physical & Work Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

• Move throughout the facility during the workday

• Occasionally bend, kneel, lift, and assist residents as needed

• Participate in emergency response procedures

• Work occasional weekends, holidays, or extended hours when necessary

• Maintain current health screenings and infection control requirements

Why Join Continental Care?

At Continental Care, you'll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to our residents. We value teamwork, integrity, professional development, and a culture focused on quality outcomes.

Benefits may include:

• Competitive salary

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement plan

• Continuing education opportunities

• Supportive leadership team

• Career advancement opportunities

Continental Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process for qualified individuals with disabilities.