Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (MDS) (RNAC)

Riverside Health & Rehabilitation; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 79,040 - 87,360; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Riverside Health & Rehabilitation is seeking a Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC, MDS) to oversee patient/resident care from admission to discharge. The role reports to the Director of Nursing and requires an active RN license and strong MDS/RAI expertise.

The position offers a competitive wage range and a comprehensive benefits package. A valid RN license in the state of practice and experience in long‑term care are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current, unencumbered RN license in state of practice.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct hands‑on nursing experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of long‑term care experience.
• Preferably at least 1 year of RAI experience (focus in MDS).
• Proficiency in ICD 10 coding is required.
• Reliable transportation is required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and monitor resident skilled services.
• Coordinate the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process.
• Complete an accurate MDS and develop the interdisciplinary Plan of Care.
• Monitor patient/resident status and identify changes or barriers to discharge.
• Participate in the daily PPS Interdisciplinary Team Meeting (ITM).
• Work with the nursing management team to maintain relationships and care quality.

Skills

Nursing experience

Long-term care experience

RAI experience

ICD-10 coding

Reliable transportation

Education

RN License

Job description

RNAC (MDS Coordinator)

The Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC, MDS), under the direction of the Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for the coordination of patient/resident care from admission through discharge.

USD $79,040.00 - USD $87,360.00 /Yr.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Identifying/monitoring resident skilled services
• Coordinating the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process
• Completing an accurate Minimum Data Set (MDS) and development of the interdisciplinary Plan of Care
• Monitoring patient/resident status to identify changes in patient or resident condition, barriers to discharge, and progress toward care goals
• Participating in the daily Medicare Prospective Pay System (PPS) Interdisciplinary Team Meeting (ITM)
• Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with all members of the healthcare team and will function as part of the nursing management team
• Must have a current, unencumbered RN license in state of practice
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of direct hands‑on nursing experience
• Must have a minimum 2 years of long‑term care experience
• Preferably at a minimum 1 year of RAI experience (focus in MDS)
• Proficiency in ICD 10 coding experience required
• Reliable transportation required

All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full‑time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance / Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
• PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off Plan
• New Pet Insurance Discount available
• DailyPay option available! - Get your pay, when you need it
• Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction
• Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts
• Employee Assistance Plan - easy‑to‑use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families)
• Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund
• Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available - payroll deduction
• In‑facility education programs and more

Drug Free, Smoke‑Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets