MDS Nurse RN LPN

Elevate Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Elevate Care in Chicago, IL seeks an experienced MDS Nurse to coordinate MDS assessments and ensure OBRA/PPS compliance across the facility.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to gather data, review care plans, and implement QA/QI initiatives while staying current with regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN license in Illinois.
• Experience coordinating MDS in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.
• Knowledge of RAI processes, 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 the 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.

Skills

RN/LPN licensure IL

MDS coordination experience

RAI/MDS 3.0 knowledge

Attention to detail

Interdisciplinary collaboration

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.