RN MDS Coordinator: Sign-On Bonus & Regulatory Impact Lead

Life Care Center of Cheyenne; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Job summary

Life Care Center of Cheyenne seeks an RN MDS Coordinator to coordinate and submit accurate MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans in line with CMS RAI regulations. The role requires an active RN license in good standing and at least 2 years of geriatric nursing experience, with CPR certification upon hire.

Strong interdisciplinary coordination is essential. You will educate staff on CMS changes, review Care Plans, and ensure timely CMS QIES submissions while maintaining confidentiality and high

Qualifications

• RN with required licensure and at least 2 years of geriatric nursing experience.
• CPR certification required at hire or during orientation.
• Knowledge of CMS RAI manual regulations and post-acute care facility guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans.
• Report changes in patient condition identified by the MDS to the DON.
• Educate direct care staff on CMS RAI Manual updates affecting documentation.
• Review Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plans and Final Validation Reports for CMS QIES system readiness.
• Attend PPS and Triple Check meetings and other requests; perform staff nurse functions as needed.
• Maintain professionalism and excellent customer service; ensure safety and confidentiality.
• Assist in patient evacuation and maintain dependable attendance.

Skills

Nursing judgment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

MDS knowledge

Education

RN degree (Assoc./Bachelors)

RN license in good standing

Job description

Life Care Center of Cheyenne seeks an RN MDS Coordinator to coordinate and submit accurate MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans in line with CMS RAI regulations. The role requires an active RN license in good standing and at least 2 years of geriatric nursing experience, with CPR certification upon hire.

Strong interdisciplinary coordination is essential. You will educate staff on CMS changes, review Care Plans, and ensure timely CMS QIES submissions while maintaining confidentiality and high