MDS Nurse (RN) - Part-time

Mainevets; Paris (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Maine Veterans’ Homes is seeking an MDS Nurse (RN) to coordinate and complete MDS assessments in compliance with federal and state regulations. The role partners with the interdisciplinary team to ensure precise documentation, appropriate reimbursement, and high-quality resident care outcomes.

This part-time position offers flexible scheduling (32 hours per week) and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to Maine’s veterans in a mission-driven, resident-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Active Maine RN license in good standing.
• Prior MDS experience required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Complete and coordinate MDS assessments
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all MDS submissions
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and interdisciplinary team members to gather required documentation
• Monitor documentation to support coding and reimbursement accuracy
• Participate in care plan development and updates as needed
• Stay current with CMS guidelines and regulatory changes
• Assist with audits and quality assurance initiatives

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent and collaborative work

MDS experience

Job description

Description

This is a great opportunity for an experienced MDS nurse seeking flexibility while staying engaged in meaningful work.

Position Summary

The MDS Nurse (RN) is responsible for the coordination and completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in accordance with federal and state regulations. This role works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to ensure accurate documentation, appropriate reimbursement, and high-quality resident care outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete and coordinate MDS assessments
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all MDS submissions
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and interdisciplinary team members to gather required documentation
• Monitor documentation to support coding and reimbursement accuracy
• Participate in care plan development and updates as needed
• Stay current with CMS guidelines and regulatory changes
• Assist with audits and quality assurance initiatives

Schedule

• Part-time, 32 hours per week
• Flexible scheduling based on facility needs and candidate availability

Requirements

• Active Maine RN license in good standing
• Prior MDS experience required
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Why Join Maine Veterans’ Homes?

• Mission-driven, resident-centered care environment
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Maine’s veterans

Maine Veterans’ Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.