MDS Nurse (RN/LPN) – Autonomy in Care Coordination

The Laurels of Chatham; Pittsboro (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with matching funds

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Laurel Health Care Company is hiring a Care Management Nurse, MDS Nurse to manage the RAI process and coordinate care plans for residents. You’ll perform MDSs, CAA’s, and PPS-related tasks within regulatory timeframes and collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and therapy teams.

A strong understanding of RAI and PPS is strongly preferred, with an RN license required. The role emphasizes autonomy and clinical involvement beyond bedside care, with the opportunity to join a national provider

Qualifications

• RN with knowledge of the RAI/ MDS process and PPS basics.
• Experience as an MDS nurse or in a similar assessment role.
• Ability to coordinate care plans and communicate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Completes MDS, CAA’s and care plans within regulated timeframes.
• Assesses residents through physical exams, interviews and chart review.
• Coordinates with physicians, nursing, social services, therapy and dietary staff.
• Reviews hospital and outside information for assessments and care planning.
• Maintains PPS board and monitors Medicare days and RUGs utilization.
• Keeps current with AANAC requirements.

Skills

RAI process

MDS Nurse

Care plan coordination

Education

Registered Nurse license

Job description

Laurel Health Care Company is hiring a Care Management Nurse, MDS Nurse to manage the RAI process and coordinate care plans for residents. You’ll perform MDSs, CAA’s, and PPS-related tasks within regulatory timeframes and collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and therapy teams.

A strong understanding of RAI and PPS is strongly preferred, with an RN license required. The role emphasizes autonomy and clinical involvement beyond bedside care, with the opportunity to join a national provider