Regional MDS Coach & RN - Travel & Leadership

Central Nursing; Lakewood Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

Leadership support

Job summary

Central Nursing seeks a Regional MDS Assistant Coordinator RN to oversee the MDS/RAI process across multiple facilities. This role suits an experienced RN with strong MDS/PDPM knowledge and leadership skills, including travel and training responsibilities.

The position focuses on guiding facility MDS coordinators, ensuring CMS/state compliance, and supporting quality outcomes and reimbursement accuracy. Hybrid work is offered.

Qualifications

• Current RN license valid in NJ/PA or compact state eligibility.
• Minimum 3 years of MDS/RAI experience in long-term care.
• In-depth knowledge of PDPM, Medicare/Medicaid, and case-mix reimbursement.
• Willingness to travel between facilities regularly.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and support to facility-based MDS coordinators.
• Ensure timely MDS assessments in CMS/state guidelines.
• Train and mentor staff on MDS, care planning and PDPM requirements.
• Audit assessments for accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with admins, DONs, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Monitor regulatory updates and educate facility teams.
• Assist with survey preparation during inspections.

Skills

RN license

MDS/RAI experience

PDPM knowledge

Travel ability

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Central Nursing seeks a Regional MDS Assistant Coordinator RN to oversee the MDS/RAI process across multiple facilities. This role suits an experienced RN with strong MDS/PDPM knowledge and leadership skills, including travel and training responsibilities.

The position focuses on guiding facility MDS coordinators, ensuring CMS/state compliance, and supporting quality outcomes and reimbursement accuracy. Hybrid work is offered.