MDS Nurse - RN, RAI & Care Coordination Pro

The Laurels of Defiance; Defiance (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match on day 91 (fully vested)

Affordable health insurance

Comprehensive health insurance:medical

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

Laurel Health Care Company is seeking an experienced MDS Nurse for our Defiance facility to manage RAI assessments and care plan coordination. This role emphasizes autonomy and direct involvement in patient care beyond bedside nursing, with a focus on accurate documentation and timely regulatory timelines.

You will collaborate with physicians, nursing, social services, therapy, dietary and activity staff, ensuring comprehensive resident care and compliance with PPS requirements.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensed to practice in the state of Ohio.
• Experience with the MDS process and resident assessments.
• Knowledge of RAI and PPS concepts is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes the MDS, CAA’s and care plans within regulatory time frames.
• Assesses residents through physical exams, interviews and chart reviews.
• Coordinates care needs with physicians, nursing, social services and therapy staff.
• Reviews hospital data and external information for accurate assessments and plans.
• Coordinates, identifies and initiates significant changes to MDS; prepares PPS meetings and monitors PPS board.
• Keeps current with AANAC requirements.

Skills

RN (Registered Nurse)

RAI knowledge

MDS Nurse experience

Job description

Laurel Health Care Company is seeking an experienced MDS Nurse for our Defiance facility to manage RAI assessments and care plan coordination. This role emphasizes autonomy and direct involvement in patient care beyond bedside nursing, with a focus on accurate documentation and timely regulatory timelines.

You will collaborate with physicians, nursing, social services, therapy, dietary and activity staff, ensuring comprehensive resident care and compliance with PPS requirements.