Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC) (MDS)

Chestnut Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Daily Pay with Tapcheck

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

401(k)

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Chestnut Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Wilkes-Barre, PA is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC) to lead the RAI/MDS process, ensure accurate clinical documentation, and support compliant reimbursement. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to maintain MDS 3.0 proficiency and oversee PDPM and UR activities.

You will mentor nursing staff on Medicare criteria, coordinate assessments from admission through weekly UR review, and help

Qualifications

• Current, active RN license.
• Long-term care MDS experience.
• Proficiency in MDS 3.0.
• Knowledge of the PDPM process.
• Strong working knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain proficiency in MDS 3.0 and PDPM processes.
• Coordinate and ensure timely MDS submissions for all residents.
• Monitor Medicare schedules and nursing documentation for accuracy.
• Review Case Mix Index (CMI) scores for reimbursement risk.
• Educate staff on Medicare criteria and regulatory changes.
• Oversee UR processes and daily documentation audits.
• Update diagnoses lists in PCC and coordinate OBRA scheduling.
• Provide training to staff as needed.

Skills

RN License

MDS Coordination

PDPM Knowledge

Regulatory Compliance

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Tools

MDS 3.0

PCC system

NFRP site

Job description

Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC)

Chestnut Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center – Wilkes-Barre, PA | Full-Time | On-Site

Coordinate with precision. Support quality care. Make an impact.

Chestnut Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC) to coordinate the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process and support accurate, timely clinical documentation and reimbursement. If you are an experienced RNAC who thrives in long-term care and values collaboration, compliance, and resident-centered outcomes, we would love to meet you!

At Chestnut Hill, we believe exceptional care is supported by accurate assessments, strong interdisciplinary teamwork, and a commitment to quality. Join a supportive team where your expertise can directly impact resident care, regulatory compliance, and reimbursement outcomes.

Why You’ll Love Working at Chestnut Hill

• Play a key role in coordinating the RAI and MDS process for residents
• Collaborate closely with an experienced interdisciplinary team
• Make a direct impact on care planning, documentation accuracy, and reimbursement outcomes
• Serve as a resource to nursing staff on Medicare criteria and regulatory changes
• Join a supportive leadership team with growth opportunities

Position Overview

As Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator, you will coordinate all aspects of the RAI process, including assessment reference dates (ARDs), completion and submission timelines, and care plans related to the CAA process. You will work across departments to support accurate MDS completion, provide staff education as needed, and help ensure documentation supports quality care and appropriate reimbursement.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain proficiency in MDS 3.0 and working knowledge of the PDPM process
• Coordinate and ensure accurate, timely completion and submission of the MDS process for all residents
• Monitor Medicare assessment schedules and nursing documentation for accuracy and timely submission
• Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores for potential risks or changes that may affect Medicaid reimbursement
• Maintain current knowledge of Medicare criteria, serve as a resource for nursing staff, and communicate regulatory changes
• Determine potential PDPM reimbursement and associated expense for potential admissions
• Oversee the Utilization Review (UR) process and audit skilled documentation daily
• Ensure clinical information is updated upon admission and weekly following UR based on skilled documentation needs
• Manage care updates timely and review MDS Scrubber Reports with the interdisciplinary team
• Initiate and timely update Medicare certifications for skilled level of care
• Complete the monthly Triple Check and review UBs for billing accuracy
• Complete PA CMI reconciliation by picture date, upload the signed copy to the NFRP site, retain the original with the MS Census, and send preliminary and final CMI to RDCR
• Review and update diagnosis lists in PCC with the OBRA schedule
• Provide training and education to staff as needed

Qualifications

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Previous long-term care MDS experience
• Proficiency in MDS 3.0
• Knowledge of the PDPM process
• Strong working knowledge of state and federal regulations
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license

Schedule & Status

• Full-Time
• Monday – Friday
• 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• On-site position

Benefits Package

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Daily Pay with Tapcheck
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Supportive leadership team and growth opportunities

Chestnut Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
1555 E End Blvd.
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701

Chestnut Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or any other protected classification under applicable law.