RN MDS Coordinator — Lead Care Plans & PPS

The Laurels of Huber Heights; Huber Heights (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401K with matching funds

DailyPay access

Paid time off after six months

Tuition reimbursement and student loan

Free CNA/STNA certification

Legacy virtual community and rewards

Job summary

Laurel Health Care Company seeks an experienced RN MDS Coordinator to oversee the RAI process, conduct assessments and coordinate care plans for residents. The MDS Coordinator supervises the MDS Nurse role and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team.

This role emphasizes timely MDS/CAA completion, PPS alignment, and adherence to Medicare schedules. A strong background in RAI and PPS is preferred, with commitment to high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Knowledge of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, including the principles the PPS (Prospective Payment System) strongly preferred.
• Experience as an MDS Nurse

Responsibilities

• Completes the MDS, CAAs and care plans within regulated time frames.
• Coordinates scheduling the RAI process with the interdisciplinary team.
• Assesses residents through physical assessment, interview and chart review.
• Discusses resident care needs with care givers, including physician, nursing, social services, therapy, dietary and activity staff.
• Reviews information from hospital, consults and outside agencies to complete assessment and care planning.
• Coordinates and initiates significant changes to MDSs and PPS-related processes.
• Maintains PPS board and monitors Medicare days and RUGs as needed.
• Stays current with AANAC requirements.

Skills

RN

RAI knowledge

MDS nurse experience

Interdisciplinary coordination

Job description

Laurel Health Care Company seeks an experienced RN MDS Coordinator to oversee the RAI process, conduct assessments and coordinate care plans for residents. The MDS Coordinator supervises the MDS Nurse role and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team.

This role emphasizes timely MDS/CAA completion, PPS alignment, and adherence to Medicare schedules. A strong background in RAI and PPS is preferred, with commitment to high-quality resident care.