MDS Transition Leader — Travel-Ready Care Partner

Otterbein Cridersville; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance with free virtual dr

Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Access to DailyPay

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Discounts

Crisis Fund

Legal & Identity Theft Protection

Job summary

Otterbein SeniorLife is seeking an experienced MDS Nurse Transition Leader to guide MDS processes and care planning across Ohio/Indiana locations. You will mentor staff, manage PDPM/casemix tasks, and collaborate on QA initiatives within a supportive, resident-centered culture.

The role requires a BSN and at least 5 years of MDS experience in long-term care, with strong EMR/PCC familiarity and English communication skills. Travel up to 100% may be needed based on transition leadership needs.

Qualifications

• Education: BSN degree.
• Minimum 5 years MDS experience in long-term care.
• Experience with PDPM and case-mix management.
• proficiency with Electronic Medical Records; PCC preferred.
• Strong writing, literacy and interpersonal abilities.
• Must be able to communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Effectively complete the MDS and Care Plans
• Discuss elder observations with coordinator
• Generate/update Monthly MDS Calendar and Notification Process
• Provide coaching and direction to staff
• Complete certifications/recertifications for residents
• Facilitate Medicare/therapy Utilization Review Meetings
• Act as therapy liaison
• Provide training materials to staff
• Collaborate in development of new processes, forms, systems
• Be prepared for morning meetings
• Assist in the survey process when required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

MDS skills

Communication

Leadership

EMR experience

Education

BSN

Tools

EMR / PCC

Job description

Otterbein SeniorLife is seeking an experienced MDS Nurse Transition Leader to guide MDS processes and care planning across Ohio/Indiana locations. You will mentor staff, manage PDPM/casemix tasks, and collaborate on QA initiatives within a supportive, resident-centered culture.

The role requires a BSN and at least 5 years of MDS experience in long-term care, with strong EMR/PCC familiarity and English communication skills. Travel up to 100% may be needed based on transition leadership needs.