MDS Nurse ( RN )

NHS Management, LLC; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield healthinsurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid sick time

Paid vacation

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Daytona Beach Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a skilled MDS Coordinator (RN) to lead the interdisciplinary resident-assessment process and coordinate MDS assessments and care plans. The role combines clinical assessment with administrative nursing duties to ensure compliance and accuracy in documentation.

The candidate should have an active FL RN license and strong attention to detail, with experience in long-term care or care-planning expected.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in Florida.
• Knowledge of professional nursing standards and resident care.
• Experience with MDS, long-term care, or care planning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate interdisciplinary assessment process for assigned residents.
• Complete and coordinate MDS assessments within required timeframes.
• Coordinate development and completion of comprehensive resident care plans.
• Ensure care plans comply with facility policies and federal/state requirements.
• Monitor resident documentation to keep care plans current.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Analytical

Organizational

Critical thinking

Education

Registered Nurse license (FL)

Job description

JOB DETAILS

MDS Coordinator (RN)

Daytona Beach Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Registered Nurse to join our team as an MDS Coordinator.

This position is ideal for an RN interested in moving into a primarily administrative nursing role while continuing to use strong clinical assessment, documentation, and critical-thinking skills. The MDS Coordinator works closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure resident assessments, care plans, and supporting documentation are accurate, complete, and compliant with applicable requirements.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, the MDS Coordinator leads the interdisciplinary resident-assessment process. This role uses clinical and functional information to support comprehensive assessments and individualized care plans centered on each resident’s needs, preferences, and goals.

The ideal candidate will have excellent documentation and assessment skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to effectively coordinate with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and other members of the care team.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the interdisciplinary assessment process for assigned residents
• Complete and coordinate MDS assessments accurately and within required timeframes
• Coordinate the development and completion of comprehensive resident care plans
• Ensure care plans comply with facility policies and applicable state and federal requirements
• Monitor resident documentation to ensure care plans remain current and reflect each resident’s needs
• Identify documentation gaps or inconsistencies and communicate concerns to the Director of Nursing and interdisciplinary care team
• Participate in care-plan meetings and support communication with residents and families
• Educate team members on assessment, documentation, and care-planning requirements
• Maintain accurate electronic documentation and supporting clinical records

Schedule and Position Highlights

• Monday through Friday schedule
• Day-shift position
• Primarily administrative nursing responsibilities
• Direct resident care generally limited to clinical assessments
• Opportunity to build ongoing relationships with residents and families
• Potential professional development and Resident Assessment Coordinator certification opportunities
• Collaborative interdisciplinary work environment

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in the State of Florida in good standing
• Knowledge of professional nursing standards, clinical practices, and resident care
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and critical-thinking abilities
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines
• Computer proficiency and experience with electronic clinical documentation
• MDS, long-term care, skilled nursing, reimbursement, or care-planning experience preferred

Benefits

• Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Paid vacation
• Professional development opportunities

Join Our Team

The MDS Coordinator plays an important role in ensuring each resident receives an accurate assessment and an individualized plan of care. If you are an RN with strong assessment, documentation, and organizational skills, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Our Family Caring for Yours

Daytona Beach Health and Rehabilitation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.