Nursing Assessment Coordinator

Aventura Healthcare Group; Prospect Park (Delaware County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits for eligible employees

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Meaningful work

Team-focused culture

Job summary

Aventura at Prospect Park, operated by Aventura Healthcare Group, is seeking a Nurse Assessment Coordinator (MDS/RNAC) to coordinate the Resident Assessment process and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation that supports high-quality resident care.

The ideal candidate will coordinate with interdisciplinary teams, maintain MDS schedules, and ensure care plans reflect current assessments, while upholding HIPAA and CMS requirements.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active RN or LPN license in the applicable state.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete the MDS assessment process per regulations and facility requirements.
• Ensure MDS assessments are accurate and submitted within required timeframes.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services and other team members.
• Participate in care plan meetings and ensure plans reflect current assessments.
• Review documentation for changes in residents' conditions and document interventions.
• Monitor MDS schedules and supporting documentation.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.
• Educate staff on MDS processes and documentation as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent with team collaboration

Education

RN or LPN license

Job description

NOW HIRING: Nurse Assessment Coordinator (MDS/RNAC)

Aventura at Prospect Park

Aventura at Prospect Park is seeking a knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and compassionate Nurse Assessment Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will play an essential role in coordinating the Resident Assessment process and ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant documentation that supports quality resident care.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and complete the MDS assessment process in accordance with applicable regulations and facility requirements.




• Ensure MDS assessments are accurate, complete, and submitted within required timeframes.




• Coordinate with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and other interdisciplinary team members.




• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and ensure resident care plans reflect current assessments.




• Review clinical documentation to identify changes in residents' conditions and ensure appropriate interventions are documented.




• Monitor and track MDS schedules, assessments, and supporting documentation.




• Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations related to MDS, care planning, and resident assessments.




• Communicate assessment findings and resident needs with the interdisciplinary team.




• Assist with identifying and addressing documentation gaps.




• Support quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.




• Maintain confidentiality of resident information and comply with HIPAA requirements.

  
  

• Provide education and guidance to staff regarding MDS processes and documentation as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current RN or LPN license in the applicable state.




• At least 1 year of MDS/RNAC experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.




• Strong knowledge of the MDS 3.0 process and applicable CMS regulations.




• Experience with care planning and interdisciplinary team coordination.




• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and organizational skills.




• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.




• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.




• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid requirements preferred.




• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.




• Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care.

WHY JOIN AVENTURA AT PROSPECT PARK?

• Supportive and collaborative work environment




• Opportunities for professional growth




• Benefits available for eligible employees




• Meaningful work supporting quality resident care




• Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents




• Team-focused culture committed to excellence