MDS RN Nurse Consultant

AHI - Advanced Health Institute; BLOOMINGTON (MN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule (remote + on-site)

Travel opportunities

Competitive pay

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Advanced Health Institute in Bloomington, MN seeks an experienced MDS RN Nurse Consultant to join our consulting team. The role blends remote MDS coordination with on-site facility consulting, with occasional travel and overnight stays.

Responsibilities include managing RAIs, overseeing MDS processes, and ensuring regulatory compliance across workflows. You will educate staff and collaborate with therapy to ensure accurate therapy minutes and care plans.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted RN license required.
• 2–5 years of MDS, restorative, geriatric, or psychiatric nursing experience in long‑term care or related settings.
• Strong knowledge of long‑term care laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and schedule all required RAIs per state and federal regulations.
• Direct and oversee RAI functions for compliance and accuracy.
• Coordinate and maintain timely MDS assessments (initial, quarterly, annual, OBRA).
• Ensure care plans and documentation meet regulatory requirements.
• Oversee encoding and electronic submission of MDS, RUGS, Medicare/Medicaid/OBRA docs.
• Review nursing notes for clarity and alignment with care.
• Arrange assessments to optimize RUG/CMI scores.
• Manage Medicare reviews, denials, and interdepartmental communications.
• Educate staff on ADL documentation and MDS best practices.
• Collaborate with therapy to capture therapy minutes accurately.
• Develop individualized care plans based on CAA results.
• Maintain roster matrix; participate in on-call rotation with nursing leadership.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Director of Nursing.

Skills

RN license

MDS knowledge

leadership

communication

travel readiness

Education

Nursing degree

ANACC Certification

Job description

Are you an experienced MDS nurse who’s ready for more flexibility and recognition?

Tired of being pulled to the floor when you’re supposed to be focused on MDS?

Want to work more independently and have your expertise truly valued?

Looking for a role that offers a mix of on-site and remote work?

If so, this position is for you!

Advanced Health Institute is seeking an experienced MDS RN Nurse Consultant to join our growing consulting team. This role combines remote MDS coordination with on‑site consulting at partner facilities. Some travel and overnight stays are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and schedule all required Resident Assessment Instruments (RAIs) in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Direct and oversee RAI functions to ensure staff compliance and documentation accuracy.
• Coordinate, complete, and maintain timely MDS assessments (initial, quarterly, annual, and OBRA-required).
• Ensure resident care plans and supporting documentation meet all regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the encoding and electronic submission of MDS, RUGS, Medicare, Medicaid, and OBRA documentation.
• Review nursing notes to ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with resident care.
• Arrange assessments to optimize RUG/CMI scores.
• Manage Medicare coverage reviews, denials, and communication with admissions and billing.
• Educate staff on ADL documentation and MDS best practices.
• Collaborate with therapy teams to ensure accurate capture of therapy minutes.
• Participate in developing individualized care plans based on CAA results.
• Maintain an accurate and current roster matrix.
• Participate in shared on‑call rotation with nursing leadership.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or leadership team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing (preferred).
• Active and unrestricted RN license (required).
• 2-5 years of experience in MDS, restorative, geriatric, or psychiatric nursing in long‑term care or related healthcare settings.
• Strong knowledge of nursing, rehabilitative, and restorative practices, as well as laws and regulations governing long‑term care.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel for on‑site assignments.
• ANACC Certification preferred.

Why Join Advanced Health Institute?

• Competitive pay and travel opportunities.
• Hybrid schedule (remote and on‑site).
• Supportive, collaborative team environment.
• A role where your MDS expertise is recognized, respected, and rewarded.