MDS Nurse RN LPN

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Elevate Care is seeking an MDS Nurse to join our interdisciplinary team in Illinois. You will coordinate MDS assessments, ensure OBRA and PPS compliance, and support data-driven care planning.

The ideal candidate is an RN or LPN licensed in Illinois with MDS coordination experience, knowledge of MDS 3.0 and Medicare guidelines, and strong EHR skills.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments per federal/state regulations.
• Ensure timely OBRA and PPS assessments.
• Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to gather data.
• Review care plans and make recommendations based on assessments.
• Participate in QAPI initiatives.
• Educate staff on MDS processes and documentation standards.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure ongoing compliance.

Skills

MDS coordination

RAI process

MDS 3.0

Medicare guidelines

EHR proficiency

Regulatory compliance

Education

Illinois RN or LPN license

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.