MDS Nurse (2757)

Episcopal Homes; Saint Paul (MN); Remote; USD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Episcopal Homes of Minnesota in St. Paul, MN is seeking an experienced MDS Nurse (RN) to coordinate resident assessments, oversee the MDS process, and ensure accurate clinical documentation and regulatory compliance.

You will work with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans, monitor timelines, support audits and surveys, and provide guidance on MDS requirements while safeguarding patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota RN license in good standing.
• Experience with MDS/RAI, care planning, and reimbursement.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills; proficient in EHR and documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple regulatory deadlines with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments and CAAs within regulatory timelines.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and review resident care plans.
• Ensure accurate, complete, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Monitor assessment schedules and deadlines; support audits and surveys.
• Educate staff on MDS requirements and HIPAA compliance; maintain confidentiality.
• Assist with quality improvement and regulatory activities.

Skills

MDS knowledge

RAI guidelines

Regulatory compliance

EHR proficiency

Documentation accuracy

Communication skills

Education

Minnesota RN license

BSN (preferred)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

MDS Nurse (2757)# MDS Nurse (2757)Fully Remote • St. Paul, MN 55104; St. Paul, MN 55104## OverviewSalary Range$48.00 - $55.00 HourlyPosition TypePer DiemJob ShiftAny## Description# For more than **130 years**, Episcopal Homes of Minnesota has been a trusted leader in senior care in St. Paul’s Midway neighborhood. Our vibrant campus offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, and Hospice services.We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced **MDS Nurse (RN)** to join our Skilled Nursing team! In this role, you will coordinate resident assessments, oversee the Minimum Data Set (MDS) process, and ensure accurate clinical documentation and regulatory compliance. This position plays an important role in supporting quality resident care, individualized care planning, and accurate reimbursement.### Pay & Schedule* **Pay:** $48.00-$55.00/hr.* **Schedule:** Per Diem 0.3 FTE* **Location:** Episcopal Homes of Minnesota – St. Paul, MN### What You'll Do* Coordinate and complete MDS assessments, Care Area Assessments (CAAs), and required documentation within regulatory timelines.* Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop, review, and update individualized resident care plans.* Ensure resident assessments and clinical documentation are accurate, complete, and compliant with state and federal regulations.* Monitor assessment schedules and communicate deadlines to ensure timely completion.* Review clinical documentation to support accurate MDS coding, reimbursement, and quality reporting.* Participate in resident care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings.* Assist with audits, surveys, and regulatory reviews related to resident assessments and documentation.* Provide education and guidance to nursing staff on documentation standards, MDS requirements, and regulatory expectations.* Maintain resident confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.* Support quality improvement initiatives and clinical compliance activities.### Qualifications**Required*** Current Minnesota Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.* Previous experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or healthcare documentation.* Knowledge of MDS processes, Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) guidelines, care planning, and reimbursement systems.* Strong organizational, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.* Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and clinical documentation systems.* Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and regulatory requirements.* Strong written and verbal communication skills.* Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.**Preferred*** MDS certification or Resident Assessment Coordinator–Certified (RAC-CT) certification.* Previous experience as an MDS Coordinator or in skilled nursing reimbursement.* Experience with Medicare, Medicaid, and case mix reimbursement systems.* Knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations.* Experience with regulatory surveys, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.* Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).### Physical Requirements & Work Environment* Ability to sit for extended periods while completing assessments and clinical documentation.* Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout resident care areas as needed.* Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull, or move equipment and supplies up to 25 pounds.* Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and healthcare professionals.* Work is performed in a skilled nursing and long-term care environment.* May involve exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and other healthcare-related conditions.* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing deadlines and regulatory requirements.### Join Episcopal HomesBring your nursing expertise and attention to detail to a team dedicated to providing exceptional senior care. At Episcopal Homes of Minnesota, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting quality resident care, accurate assessments, and regulatory compliance.*\"At Episcopal Homes of Minnesota, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.\"*