MDS RN

THE ORCHARDS; Alliance (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The Orchards is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator to join our clinical team. You will coordinate the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, ensure accurate documentation, support individualized care planning, and help maximize appropriate reimbursement.

You’ll collaborate with nursing, therapy, physicians, residents, families and the interdisciplinary team to maintain high standards of resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Requires RN licensure in state of practice or eligibility.
• Minimum of one year nursing experience; MDS coordination preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid OBRA, PPS, Case Mix and Quality Measures is preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate MDS assessments, PPS documentation, CAAs and care plans.
• Schedule assessment reference dates and deadlines to maintain compliance.
• Lead interdisciplinary team in developing and revising resident care plans.
• Monitor Medicare certifications, skilled nursing utilization and reimbursement.
• Audit MDS and care plans for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee admission, discharge, re-entry and Medicare tracking docs.
• Promote Quality Measures and resident outcome improvements.
• Support restorative nursing programs with nursing leadership.
• Attend and lead Medicare, UR and care planning meetings.
• Educate staff on MDS requirements and documentation standards.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records.
• Provide coverage and support for department operations.

Skills

RN licensure

MDS coordination

Regulatory knowledge

Communication & teamwork

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Nursing

Tools

EMR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you an experienced nursing professional with strong attention to detail and a passion for quality resident care?

The Orchards is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeableMDS Coordinator to join our clinical team. This position plays a critical role in coordinating the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, ensuring accurate documentation, supporting individualized care planning, maintaining regulatory compliance, and helping maximize appropriate reimbursement.

For over seventy years, The Orchards has continued the traditional values inspired by the Fox Family:respect for one another, concern for each resident’s well-being, and encouragement of individual interests and enjoyment of life’s pleasures. These values are a gift The Orchards staff members share every day with residents and each other.

The MDS Coordinator works under the direction of the Clinical Documentation Specialist and collaborates closely with nursing, therapy, physicians, residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team to support accurate assessments, effective care plans, quality outcomes, and exceptional resident-centered care.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate, schedule, and overseeMDS assessments, PPS documentation, Care Area Assessments (CAAs), and individualized care plans.
• Coordinate assessment reference dates, scheduling changes, and completion deadlines to maintain compliance and support appropriate reimbursement.
• Lead the interdisciplinary team in developing, reviewing, and revising individualized resident care plans.
• Monitor Medicare certifications, skilled nursing utilization, and resident reimbursement to ensure documentation supports services provided.
• Audit MDS assessments, CAAs, and care plans for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Complete or oversee admission, discharge, re-entry, and Medicare tracking documentation.
• Monitor and evaluateQuality Measures and identify opportunities to improve resident outcomes and facility performance.
• Implement and evaluate restorative nursing programs in collaboration with nursing leadership.
• Attend and lead Medicare, Utilization Review, and interdisciplinary care planning meetings.
• Serve as a facility resource forMDS regulations, Medicare reimbursement, PPS, Case Mix, RUG systems, and documentation standards.
• Provide education and training to nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members regarding MDS requirements and documentation standards.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, therapists, residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members regarding assessments and care planning.
• Maintain accurate electronic documentation using the facility’s electronic medical record system.
• Support nursing coverage and department operations as needed.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, open communication, and The Orchards’ core values throughout the MDS process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current RN license in the state where the building is located, or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to employment.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience required; MDS coordination experience preferred.
• Long-term care, skilled nursing, or geriatric care experience preferred.
• Knowledge ofMedicare, Medicaid, OBRA regulations, PPS, Case Mix, and Quality Measures preferred.
• Strong assessment, organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to effectively communicate with residents, families, physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the interdisciplinary team.
• Commitment to completing required annual state-mandated education and in-service training.

Why Join The Orchards?

At The Orchards, your work has a direct impact onquality of care, quality of life, and overall well-being of our residents. As an MDS Coordinator, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated interdisciplinary team while helping ensure residents receive individualized care and the facility maintains the highest standards of documentation and compliance.

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities

The Orchards is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.