Registered Nurse (RN) MDS Coordinator - Eddy Heritage House

Trinity Health; United States; On-site; USD 87,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The MDS Coordinator at Trinity Health oversees the Resident Assessment Instrument process, ensuring timely MDS assessments and PDPM/OBRA compliance to support accurate Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement. This role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to inform care planning and promote regulatory accuracy.

Ideal candidates hold a NY RN license, an Associate's Degree in Nursing, and MDS certification or willingness to obtain it.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State RN license.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• MDS certification or willingness to complete within designated timeframe.
• Strong understanding of MDS, OBRA regulations, PDPM, and reimbursement guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit all MDS assessments accurately and on schedule.
• Coordinate Medicare PDPM, PPS, and OBRA assessment schedules.
• Prepare CAAs and collaborate on care plan development.
• Oversee Medicare-related documentation from admission through discharge.

Skills

RN license

MDS/OBRA knowledge

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

MDS software

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Why Join Eddy Heritage House? At Eddy Heritage House, we are committed to providing compassionate, resident-centered care in a supportive and collaborative environment. Join a team dedicated to clinical excellence, continuous improvement, and enhancing the lives of the residents we serve every day.

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for managing the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, ensuring accurate and timely completion of all Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. This role supports high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and accurate Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement. The MDS Coordinator works collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members and plays a critical role in care planning and assessment accuracy.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• MDS Assessment & Regulatory Compliance - Complete and submit all MDS assessments accurately and within federal and state timelines. Coordinate Medicare PDPM, PPS, and OBRA assessment schedules. Ensure documentation reflects services provided and supports reimbursement requirements. Perform electronic submission of MDS data to the State of New York.
• Care Planning & Clinical Coordination - Prepare Care Area Assessments (CAAs) and collaborate with nurse managers for care plan development. Lead and participate in care plan meetings and ensure plans meet clinical and regulatory standards. Monitor all assessments and care plans for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
• Medicare & Reimbursement Activities - Oversee Medicare-related documentation from admission through discharge. Participate in determining Medicare Part A eligibility and support PDPM reimbursement strategies.
• Interdisciplinary Leadership & Support - Serve as an MDS/PPS resource for nursing, therapy, and administrative teams. Collaborate with the Schuyler Ridge MDS Specialist and the SPHP MDS Team. Support communication across all clinical departments to ensure coordinated resident care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing.
• MDS Certification or willingness to complete within designated timeframe.
• Strong understanding of MDS, OBRA regulations, PDPM, and reimbursement guidelines.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to assess resident needs, interpret clinical data, and accurately reflect findings in MDS assessments.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to meet strict deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN).
• RAC-CT Certification.
• At least two years of nursing experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or a related setting.
• Previous experience as an MDS Coordinator in a skilled nursing or long-term care environment.

Pay Range

$42.00 - $55.46 per hour. Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org.

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