MDS / Resident Assessment Coordinator – Registered Nurse (RN) | Monday–Friday

NHS Management, LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Bonus

Professional Development

Job summary

Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Hoover is seeking an experienced RN as MDS Coordinator. Join our clinical leadership team in a vital role, focusing on resident assessments beyond bedside nursing.

This position fosters a Monday–Friday work schedule, promoting work-life balance while you ensure the accuracy of clinical documentation and support exceptional resident care.

Enjoy a competitive compensation package and a supportive work environment that values clinical expertise and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments accurately.
• Review clinical documentation for accuracy.
• Collaborate with the care team on resident assessments.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organization

Proficiency with electronic systems

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Current RN license

Tools

Electronic medical records

MDS software

Job description

Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Hoover

Competitive Compensation – Based On Experience

MDS Coordinator / Resident Assessment Coordinator – Registered Nurse (RN) | Monday–Friday

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Day Shift

Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

MDS | Resident Assessment | Care Planning | Clinical Reimbursement

Ready for a Monday–Friday Nursing Career?

If you're an experienced RN looking to use your clinical knowledge in a role with a more consistent weekday schedule, Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Hoover has an opportunity worth considering.

We're seeking a detail-oriented RN MDS Coordinator to join our clinical leadership team.

This position allows you to move beyond traditional bedside nursing while continuing to make a direct impact on resident care. You'll use your nursing expertise, critical thinking, organization, and documentation skills to help ensure each resident's needs and services are accurately reflected throughout the assessment and care-planning process.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments accurately and within required timeframes
• Review clinical documentation to ensure resident conditions, services, and care needs are accurately represented
• Coordinate assessment schedules and interdisciplinary participation
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, physicians, and other members of the care team
• Participate in the development and review of individualized resident care plans
• Monitor documentation for completeness, consistency, and accuracy
• Identify documentation concerns and coordinate appropriate clarification or follow‑up
• Support accurate reimbursement through thorough clinical assessment and documentation
• Monitor resident changes that may require additional assessment or care‑plan review
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and care conferences
• Assist with audits, quality improvement initiatives, and survey readiness
• Serve as a resource to nursing staff regarding MDS documentation and assessment requirements
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and clinical information

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
• Strong clinical assessment and critical‑thinking skills
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Proficiency with electronic clinical documentation systems
• Ability to work effectively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team

Preferred

• Previous MDS Coordinator or MDS experience
• Skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long‑term care experience
• Knowledge of resident assessment, care planning, and reimbursement processes
• Experience with electronic medical records and MDS software
• RAC‑CT or other applicable MDS‑related certification is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities

Why Aspire Hoover?

At Aspire Hoover, the MDS Coordinator is an important member of the clinical leadership team.

Your expertise helps connect the resident's clinical picture, care plan, documentation, and services while supporting the interdisciplinary team in delivering exceptional care.

If you're an RN who enjoys clinical analysis, organization, problem‑solving, documentation, and collaboration—and you're ready for a Monday–Friday schedule—this could be the change you've been looking for.

"Our Family Caring For Yours"

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Hoover is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.