MDS Nurse Coordinator - RN

Lutheran Life Communities; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 88,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Daily Pay option

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

WellBeing resources

Chaplain support

Professional development

Job summary

Lutheran Home in Arlington Heights, IL seeks an experienced RN MDS Coordinator to supervise resident assessments and reimbursement processes with the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality care.

As the MDS Coordinator you will manage the MDS/RAI cycle, verify documentation accuracy, and ensure regulatory compliance for timely assessments and accurate reimbursement.

The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, with no weekends or on-call requirements.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Illinois.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of two years of MDS 3.0 coordination experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the MDS/RAI assessment process for assigned residents.
• Review clinical documentation to ensure accurate representations of conditions and needs.
• Monitor assessment schedules and deadlines to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, dietary, and other departments to develop care plans.
• Support Medicare, Medicaid, OBRA, and payer-specific assessment requirements.
• Conduct chart reviews and documentation audits to promote reimbursement accuracy.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives and survey preparation.
• Serve as a resource for clinical staff regarding MDS processes.

Skills

RN license

MDS coordination

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lutheran Home | Arlington Heights, IL $87,800 - $99,700 annually | Full-Time | Monday-Friday

Looking for a role where your clinical expertise directly impacts resident outcomes? Lutheran Home is seeking an experienced RN MDS Coordinator to oversee resident assessment and reimbursement processes while partnering with the interdisciplinary team to support quality care. This position offers a consistent weekday schedule with no weekends and no on-call responsibilities.

Position Overview

As the RN MDS Coordinator, you will manage the resident assessment process from start to finish, ensuring documentation accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely completion of all required assessments. Your work will help ensure residents receive appropriate care while supporting accurate reimbursement for services provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the MDS/RAI assessment process for assigned residents
• Review clinical documentation to ensure assessments accurately represent resident conditions and care needs
• Monitor assessment schedules and deadlines to maintain compliance with federal and state regulations
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, dietary, and other departments to develop comprehensive care plans
• Support Medicare, Medicaid, OBRA, and payer-specific assessment requirements
• Conduct chart reviews and documentation audits to promote reimbursement accuracy
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives and survey preparation activities
• Serve as a resource for clinical staff regarding MDS and assessment-related processes

Qualifications

Required

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Minimum of two years of MDS 3.0 coordination and case management experience in a skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or post-acute care environment
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Preferred

• Experience working in long-term care or skilled nursing settings
• RAC-CT certification, or ability to obtain certification within six months of hire

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary: $87,800 - $99,700, depending on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Daily Pay option
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement assistance
• Mental health and wellness resources through WellBeing
• Confidential chaplain support available 24/7
• Professional development through our 365 team member growth program

Work Schedule

• Full-time position
• Monday through Friday
• 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• No weekend requirements
• No on-call rotation

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.