RN MDS Assessment Coordinator

Paycom - ATS; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Employer-paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

Scholarship opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

White Oak of Shelby is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join as an MDS Coordinator. You will coordinate RAI, MDS assessments, CAAs, and care plans with an interdisciplinary team to ensure regulatory compliance and proper reimbursement.

This role emphasizes accuracy, leadership, and resident advocacy in a long-term care setting. Ideal candidates hold an active RN license, have long-term care exposure, and can lead care plan meetings while ensuring high-quality, person-centered care for

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum one year of long-term care experience; MDS Coordinator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process and MDS assessments.
• Develop CAAs and individualized care plans within regulatory timelines.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and accurate reimbursement through documentation.
• Lead care plan meetings with families and interdisciplinary team.
• Manage Medicare PPS, PDPM, and Managed Care schedules.
• Educate staff on documentation and resident assessment processes.

Skills

EMR experience

Education

Registered Nurse license (RN)

Accredited school of nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: White Oak Manor Shelby - Shelby, NC, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Registered Nurse, MDS Coordinator (RN)

Join Our Team at White Oak of Shelby!

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse with a passion for quality care, clinical excellence, and resident advocacy? White Oak of Shelby is looking for a dedicated MDS Coordinator (RN) to join our compassionate team.

In this leadership role, you'll work alongside an interdisciplinary team to ensure accurate resident assessments, individualized care planning, regulatory compliance, and optimal reimbursement—all while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

If you're detail-oriented, organized, and thrive in a collaborative long-term care environment, we'd love to meet you!

At White Oak of Shelby, our employees are the heart of everything we do. We foster a supportive, team-oriented culture where your expertise is valued and your professional growth is encouraged.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual starting on Day One
• Scholarship opportunities
• Supportive leadership team
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Full-time employees are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after 30 days of employment.

Position Summary

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, including MDS assessments, Care Area Assessments (CAAs), and individualized care plans in accordance with federal and state regulations.

This role partners closely with nursing, therapy, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure residents receive exceptional, person-centered care while maintaining compliance and reimbursement accuracy.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Minimum one year of long-term care experience
• Previous MDS Coordinator experience preferred
• Working knowledge of Medicare, PPS, PDPM, and Managed Care reimbursement
• Strong understanding of federal and state long-term care regulations
• Excellent assessment, organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems

What You'll Do

• Coordinate the interdisciplinary resident assessment and care planning process
• Complete accurate and timely MDS assessments (admission, readmission, quarterly, annual, significant change, and discharge)
• Complete Care Area Assessments (CAAs) and individualized care plans within required regulatory timelines
• Review and update care plans to reflect residents' changing needs and goals
• Lead and participate in care plan meetings and family conferences
• Communicate resident care plan updates with families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team
• Manage Medicare PPS, PDPM, and Managed Care assessment schedules
• Ensure clinical documentation supports assessment accuracy and reimbursement requirements
• Assist with state and federal surveys and maintain regulatory compliance
• Stay current on MDS regulations, reimbursement guidelines, and industry best practices
• Educate staff on documentation and resident assessment processes
• Maintain accurate resident records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing

Make a Difference Every Day

At White Oak of Shelby, you'll have the opportunity to positively impact residents' lives while working with a team that values compassion, integrity, and excellence.

EOE / Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace