MDS Nurse - RN

CHI Living Communities; Sandusky (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualifications

• RN with current, unencumbered license in the state of employment.
• RAC-CT certification required or obtained within employer-designated timeframe
• Experience coordinating MDS/RAI in long-term care
• Strong knowledge of CMS RAI process and reimbursement systems
• Proficient with EHR systems (e.g., PointClickCare) and MDS-related software
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Conducting and coordinating the development and completion of resident assessments (MDS) by current rules, regulations, and guidelines
• Ensuring accurate and timely completion of the MDS process
• Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized resident care plans
• Monitoring and documenting resident progress and responses to care plans
• Participating in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process
• Communicating with residents, families, and other healthcare providers to coordinate optimal care delivery
• Staying updated on MDS regulations and guidelines to ensure compliance

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

PointClickCare

MDS software

Job description

Providence Care Center has an exciting opportunity for an MDS Coordinator (RN) to join our leadership team that is dedicated to fostering a culture of compassion, inclusion, integrity, excellence, and collaboration in alignment with our Mission, Vision, and Values.

The MDS Coordinator (RN) is responsible for the comprehensive management and coordination of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process in accordance with federal regulations (CMS) and applicable state nurse practice acts and long-term care regulations for Ohio, Kentucky, Iowa, and Wisconsin. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant MDS completion, care planning, quality reporting, and reimbursement support while practicing within the scope of a Registered Nurse license in the state of employment.

The MDS Coordinator supports organizational goals for quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, ethical practice, and resident-centered care through effective processes, interdisciplinary collaboration, monitoring, training, and continuous improvement.

The MDS Coordinator must maintain current access to and follow the most recent version of the RAI User’s Manual, CMS guidance, and state-specific requirements.

JobResponsibilities:

The MDS Coordinator ensures the accuracy of our resident assessments and care plan optimization. To achieve this goal, this position’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting and coordinating the development and completion of resident assessments (MDS) by current rules, regulations, and guidelines
• Ensuring accurate and timely completion of the MDS process
• Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized resident care plans
• Monitoring and documenting resident progress and responses to care plans
• Participating in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process
• Communicating with residents, families, and other healthcare providers to coordinate optimal care delivery
• Staying updated on MDS regulations and guidelines to ensure compliance

Job Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current, unencumbered license in the state of employment
  
• Compact (eNLC) license preferred where applicable
• RAC-CT certification required or obtained within employer-designated timeframe
• Current CPR certification
• Long-term care experience required
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Prior MDS/RAI coordination experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of CMS RAI process and reimbursement systems
• Ability to interpret and apply federal and multi-state regulations
• Proficiency with EHR systems (e.g., PointClickCare) and MDS-related software
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills