RN MDS Coordinator

Lutheran Life Communities; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 88,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Daily Pay access

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement assistance

WellBeing mental health support

Chaplain services

Job summary

Lutheran Home in Arlington Heights is hiring an RN MDS Coordinator to manage the resident assessment process from start to finish, ensuring accurate reimbursement and quality care. You’ll partner with nursing, therapy, social services, and dietary staff, track deadlines, and support Medicare, Medicaid, and OBRA requirements. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.

to 4 p.m., with no weekends or on-call. Eligible candidates have an Illinois RN license and at least 2 years of MDS 3.0 coordination

Qualifications

• 2+ years of MDS 3.0 coordination experience in skilled nursing, rehab, or post-acute settings
• Active RN license in Illinois
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Responsibilities

• Lead the MDS assessment process for assigned residents
• Review clinical documentation for accuracy before finalizing assessments
• Track assessment deadlines to stay compliant with federal and state rules
• Partner with care team to build accurate, complete care plans
• Support Medicare, Medicaid, and OBRA assessment requirements
• Conduct chart reviews to catch documentation gaps before affecting reimbursement
• Assist in state surveys and quality improvement initiatives

Skills

MDS coordination

Nursing

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Lutheran Home in Arlington Heights is hiring an RN MDS Coordinator, $87,800–$99,700 a year. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. No weekends, no on-call.

As RN MDS Coordinator, you’ll manage the resident assessment process from start to finish, so residents get the right care and the facility gets accurate reimbursement for it. You’ll work closely with nursing, therapy, social services, and dietary staff to keep assessments on time and on target.

What you’ll do

• Lead the MDS assessment process for your assigned residents


• Review clinical documentation for accuracy before assessments are finalized


• Track assessment deadlines to stay compliant with federal and state rules


• Partner with the care team to build accurate, complete care plans


• Support Medicare, Medicaid, and OBRA assessment requirements


• Conduct chart reviews to catch documentation gaps before they affect reimbursement


• Help prepare for state surveys and support quality improvement work

What you’ll need

Required:

• Active RN license in Illinois


• Graduate of an accredited nursing program


• At least 2 years of MDS 3.0 coordination and case management experience in a skilled nursing, rehab, or post-acute setting

Preferred:

• Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing


• RAC-CT certification, or willingness to earn it within 6 months of hire

Pay and benefits

• $87,800–$99,700 a year, based on experience


• Medical, dental, and vision coverage


• 403(b) retirement plan


• Daily Pay: access part of your paycheck before payday


• Paid time off


• Tuition reimbursement assistance


• Confidential mental health and wellness support through WellBeing


• 24/7 confidential chaplain support


• 365 team member growth program for career development

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. No weekend shifts, no on-call rotation.

You’ll be caring for residents at Lutheran Home, a skilled nursing community in Arlington Heights.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.