RN LPN MDS Coordinator

Hill Valley Healthcare; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k)

Career advancement opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Collaborative work environment focused

Job summary

Carlin Springs Health & Rehabilitation is seeking a qualified MDS Coordinator (LPN or RN) to coordinate and complete the MDS/RAI process for residents in a skilled nursing setting. This role supports compliant assessments, reimbursement, and high-quality resident care.

The candidate will work with an interdisciplinary team, ensure timely documentation, and stay updated on CMS requirements. Virginia licensure is required and prior MDS experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current, active LPN or RN license in Virginia.
• Minimum 1 year of MDS experience.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI process, Medicare, Medicaid, and PDPM.
• Excellent assessment, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Complete accurate and timely MDS assessments in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Coordinate the RAI/MDS process.
• Ensure CMS reimbursement guidelines compliance.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, dietary, and other departments to develop comprehensive care plans.
• Monitor assessment schedules and deadlines.
• Review medical records for accuracy and completeness.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
• Stay current with regulatory changes affecting MDS and reimbursement.

Skills

MDS 3.0

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Virginia LPN or RN license

Job description

MDS Coordinator (LPN/RN)

Carlin Springs Health & Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator (LPN or RN) to join our dedicated team! If you are detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about providing exceptional care to residents in a skilled nursing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay

LPN: $44.00 - $49.00 per hour
RN: $101,000 - $110,000 annually

Position Summary

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and completing the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI)/MDS process to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant assessments. This role works closely with the interdisciplinary team to support quality resident care, reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Current, active LPN or RN license in the Commonwealth of Virginia
• Minimum 1 year of MDS experience required
• Experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred
• Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI process, Medicare, Medicaid, and PDPM
• Excellent assessment, documentation, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team

Responsibilities

• Complete accurate and timely MDS assessments in accordance with federal and state regulations
• Coordinate the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process
• Ensure compliance with CMS guidelines and reimbursement requirements
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, dietary, and other departments to develop comprehensive care plans
• Monitor assessment schedules and ensure documentation deadlines are met
• Review medical records for accuracy and completeness
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives
• Stay current with regulatory changes affecting MDS and reimbursement

Why Join Carlin Springs?

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Career advancement opportunities
• Supportive leadership team
• A collaborative work environment focused on exceptional resident care

Experience Required: Minimum 1 year of MDS experience
License Required: Active Virginia LPN or RN License