RN MDS Coordinator: Care Plans, Medicare Reimbursement

Southogdenrehab; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

South Ogden Post-Acute in Utah is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) MDS Coordinator to join our clinical leadership team. This role oversees the MDS 3.0 assessment process, Medicare case management, care planning coordination, and regulatory compliance to ensure accurate assessments and appropriate reimbursement.

The MDS Coordinator collaborates with nursing leadership and the interdisciplinary team to maintain survey readiness and high-quality resident care, while staying current

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing.
• Associate degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of MDS Coordinator experience in a skilled nursing facility.
• Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0, care planning, and Medicare Part A reimbursement.
• Understanding of state and federal long-term care regulations.
• RAC-CT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the MDS 3.0 assessment process for all residents.
• Ensure assessments are accurate and timely per regulations.
• Assign ICD-10 codes related to resident conditions.
• Coordinate Medicare Part A case management and payer documentation.
• Develop and update resident-centered care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain scheduling for Medicare and Medicaid assessments.
• Submit required MDS data to the Department of Health.
• Monitor regulatory updates related to Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement.
• Assist with coverage determinations, eligibility documentation, and denial notices.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to maintain survey readiness.

Skills

RN license

MDS 3.0

Care planning

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Team coordination

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MDS software

Medicare billing

Job description

South Ogden Post-Acute in Utah is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) MDS Coordinator to join our clinical leadership team. This role oversees the MDS 3.0 assessment process, Medicare case management, care planning coordination, and regulatory compliance to ensure accurate assessments and appropriate reimbursement.

The MDS Coordinator collaborates with nursing leadership and the interdisciplinary team to maintain survey readiness and high-quality resident care, while staying current