MDS Nurse Coordinator – LVN/LPN Care & Compliance

Sun City Post Acute in; Sun City (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun City Post Acute in Sun City, AZ is seeking a qualified MDS Nurse (LVN/LPN) to coordinate and complete Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in accordance with CMS and state regulations. The role ensures accurate documentation to support care planning and reimbursement while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.

You will stay current with regulatory changes, assist with audits, and educate staff on MDS requirements, working with nursing, therapy, social services, and dietary teams to

Qualifications

• Current LVN/LPN license in the state of practice.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI process, and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement guidelines.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.

Responsibilities

• Complete MDS assessments and CAAs within required timelines.
• Ensure accuracy of resident clinical documentation to support care planning and reimbursement.
• Maintain compliance with CMS, state, and facility guidelines.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans.
• Monitor resident progress and update care plans as needed.
• Participate in resident care conferences and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure MDS submissions meet regulatory requirements for Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement.
• Assist with audits and surveys by providing accurate documentation and reports.
• Stay current with regulatory changes impacting MDS and skilled nursing documentation.
• Work closely with nursing staff, therapy, social services, and dietary teams to gather resident information.
• Provide education and guidance to staff on documentation standards and MDS requirements.
• Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care planning.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Regulatory compliance

EHR systems

Communication skills

Education

LVN/LPN license (state)

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sun City Post Acute in Sun City, AZ is seeking a qualified MDS Nurse (LVN/LPN) to coordinate and complete Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in accordance with CMS and state regulations. The role ensures accurate documentation to support care planning and reimbursement while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.

You will stay current with regulatory changes, assist with audits, and educate staff on MDS requirements, working with nursing, therapy, social services, and dietary teams to