MDS Nurse RN LPN

Elevate Care Windsor Park; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Supportive leadership

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Elevate Care in Chicago seeks a dedicated MDS Nurse to lead accurate MDS assessments and ensure regulatory compliance.

RN or LPN licensed in Illinois with MDS/RAI knowledge and strong attention to detail will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and use EHR systems to document care, supporting OBRA/PPS requirements.

This role contributes to QAPI initiatives, staff education, and ongoing regulatory updates, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN license in Illinois.
• Experience with MDS coordination in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred.
• Knowledge of RAI process, MDS 3.0, and Medicare guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of OBRA and PPS assessments.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, interdisciplinary teams, and physicians to gather necessary data for assessments.
• Review resident care plans and make recommendations based on assessment findings.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Educate and support staff regarding MDS processes and documentation standards.
• Monitor changes in regulations and ensure ongoing compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

MDS/RAI knowledge

EHR proficiency

Education

RN or LPN license in Illinois

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Elevate Care is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented MDS Nurse to join our interdisciplinary team. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in ensuring accurate and comprehensive assessment and documentation, supporting quality care and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and complete the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in accordance with federal and state regulations.

• Ensure accurate and timely completion of all OBRA and PPS assessments.

• Collaborate with nursing staff, interdisciplinary teams, and physicians to gather necessary data for assessments.

• Review resident care plans and make recommendations based on assessment findings.

• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.

• Educate and support staff regarding MDS processes and documentation standards.

• Monitor changes in regulations and ensure ongoing compliance.

Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Illinois.

• Previous experience in MDS coordination in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.

• Knowledge of RAI process, MDS 3.0, and Medicare guidelines.

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.

• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Why Elevate Care?

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.

• Supportive leadership and collaborative work environment.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Flexible scheduling options.

Join us and help us Elevate Care — one resident at a time.