RN/LPN MDS Coordinator – Full-Time

Smoky-Mountain-Health-and-Rehabilitation

Townsend (TN)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 85,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Life insurance

Disability plan

Growth opportunities

Team environment

Job summary

Smoky Mountain Health & Rehabilitation Center in Pigeon Forge, TN is seeking an experienced RN or LPN MDS Coordinator to join our caregiving team. You will oversee the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process and ensure timely, accurate MDS, CAAs, and care plans.

The ideal candidate will hold a Tennessee license, have strong MDS/RAI knowledge, and prior long-term care experience; RAC-CT is preferred. You will collaborate with nursing and therapy staff to promote quality resident care and

Qualifications

Tennessee RN or LPN license active.
Minimum 2 years Long-Term Care MDS Coordinator experience.
Strong knowledge of MDS/RAI and care planning.
RAC-CT certification preferred.
Experience with Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee the completion of MDS assessments within required timeframes.
Monitor the RAI/MDS process with the interdisciplinary team.
Review MDS documentation for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
Oversee submission and validation of MDS submissions.
Coordinate and manage the resident care planning process.
Schedule and facilitate interdisciplinary care plan conferences.
Ensure care plans reflect residents' current needs, goals, and services.
Facilitate QM meetings and monitor quality measures.

Skills

MDS/RAI process

Care planning

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Documentation accuracy

Education

Nursing degree or diploma

CPR certification

Tools

MDS software

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