RN MDS Coordinator: Lead Assessments & Care Plans

Cascadia EE LLC; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascadia Healthcare is seeking an MDS Coordinator (RN) to ensure accurate assessments and interdisciplinary care plans aligned with CMS and state guidelines. You will identify resident needs, coordinate MDS and care plans, and communicate expectations to families and staff.

A nursing license and CPR are required, with preferred six months in long-term care. Responsibilities include leading MDS processes, monitoring data quality, and supporting staff education.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CMS guidelines for MDS and care planning.
• Ability to implement Nursing department goals and procedures.
• Knowledge of laws and guidelines governing nursing in long-term care.
• Leadership ability to supervise both professional and non-professional staff.
• CPR certification required or obtained promptly on hire; kept current.

Responsibilities

• Manage MDS assessments per CMS guidelines.
• Coordinate, record, update, and monitor all MDS events.
• Participate in clinical meetings and care conferences.
• Communicate with residents, families, medical staff, and payors.
• Ensure timely development and completion of written care plans.
• Apply MDS/PPS rules using Utilization Guidelines.
• Review quality metrics with leadership for improvement actions.
• Support staff education on documentation and late loss ADLs.
• Maintain punctuality and regular attendance; may supervise shifts.

Skills

CMS Guidelines

Leadership

Nursing Practice

CPR Certification

Communication

Education

RN program

Job description

Cascadia Healthcare is seeking an MDS Coordinator (RN) to ensure accurate assessments and interdisciplinary care plans aligned with CMS and state guidelines. You will identify resident needs, coordinate MDS and care plans, and communicate expectations to families and staff.

A nursing license and CPR are required, with preferred six months in long-term care. Responsibilities include leading MDS processes, monitoring data quality, and supporting staff education.