RN/LPN MDS Coordinator – Full-Time

Smoky-Mountain-Health-and-Rehabilitation

Newport (TN)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life insurance options

Disability plan options

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive, team-oriented work

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Smoky Mountain Health & Rehabilitation Center in Pigeon Forge, TN is seeking an experienced RN or LPN MDS Coordinator to oversee the RAI/MDS process, care planning, and regulatory compliance. You will coordinate with nursing leadership and the interdisciplinary team to ensure accurate assessments and timely data submission.

This full-time role emphasizes reimbursement accuracy and quality measures, requiring a current Tennessee license, a nursing degree, CPR certification, and at least 2 years

Qualifications

Current, active, and unencumbered Tennessee RN or LPN license.
Nursing degree or diploma from an accredited nursing program.
Current CPR certification.
Minimum of 2 years of Long-Term Care MDS Coordinator experience.
Strong knowledge of the MDS/RAI process and care planning.
RAC-CT certification preferred.
Experience with Medicare, Medicaid, reimbursement, and Case-Mix preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee the completion of MDS assessments accurately and within required timeframes.
Monitor and guide the interdisciplinary team throughout the RAI/MDS process.
Review MDS documentation for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
Oversee the submission and transmission of MDS assessments and obtain validation of successful submissions.
Coordinate and manage the resident care planning process.
Schedule and facilitate interdisciplinary care plan conferences.
Ensure resident care plans reflect each resident's current needs, goals, and services.
Facilitate monthly QM meetings.
Monitor quality measures and identify opportunities for improvement.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines.
Collaborate with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and other interdisciplinary team members.
Support accurate reimbursement through proper assessment, documentation, and coding.

Skills

MDS coordination

Regulatory knowledge

Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement

Communication

Organization & time management

Education

Nursing degree or diploma

Tennessee RN or LPN license

Job description

RN/LPN MDS Coordinator – Full-Time

Smoky Mountain Health & Rehabilitation Center
415 Cole Drive, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Full-Time

Smoky Mountain Health & Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced RN or LPN MDS Coordinator to join our team in Pigeon Forge, TN.

If you are an experienced nurse with a strong background in MDS, care planning, reimbursement, and long-term care, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career with a team that values quality care, collaboration, and professional growth.

Position Overview

The RN/LPN MDS Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timely completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS), Care Area Assessments (CAAs), and interdisciplinary care plans.

This position works closely with nursing leadership and the interdisciplinary team to promote accurate resident assessments, appropriate care planning, regulatory compliance, and reimbursement.

MDS Coordinator Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee the completion of MDS assessments accurately and within required timeframes
Monitor and guide the interdisciplinary team throughout the RAI/MDS process
Review MDS documentation for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance
Oversee the submission and transmission of MDS assessments and obtain validation of successful submissions
Coordinate and manage the resident care planning process
Schedule and facilitate interdisciplinary care plan conferences
Ensure resident care plans accurately reflect each resident's current needs, goals, and services
Facilitate monthly Quality Measure (QM) meetings
Monitor quality measures and identify opportunities for improvement
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines
Collaborate with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and other members of the interdisciplinary team
Support accurate reimbursement through proper assessment, documentation, and coding

Qualifications

Current, active, and unencumbered Tennessee RN or LPN license
Nursing degree or diploma from an accredited nursing program
Current CPR certification
Minimum of 2 years of Long-Term Care MDS Coordinator experience
Strong knowledge and experience with the MDS/RAI process and care planning
RAC-CT certification preferred
Experience with Medicare, Medicaid, reimbursement, and Case-Mix preferred

Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

Strong knowledge of MDS, RAI, Case-Mix, Medicare reimbursement, and Medicaid reimbursement
Knowledge of current federal, state, and local regulations governing skilled nursing and long-term care facilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Ability to prioritize responsibilities and meet required deadlines
Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Ability to effectively collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team