Senior MDS Coordinator (RN/LPN)

RegalCare at Quincy; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RegalCare at Quincy is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator to lead resident assessments and care planning. You must hold an active MA RN or LPN license and bring at least 1 year of MDS coordination experience.

The role involves cross-team collaboration, regulatory compliance, and effective communication with the care team. You will oversee MDS timelines, PPS updates, and Medicare-related documentation while supporting staff education and care conferences.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active MA RN or LPN license.
• Minimum 1 year of MDS Coordinator experience.
• Knowledge of MDS, PPS, OBRA, and regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and facilitate completion of resident assessments in accordance with Federal and State regulations.
• Establish assessment schedules and ensure assessments are done accurately and timely.
• Transmit assessments to the State of Connecticut, Department of Health.
• Coordinate resident care plans per regulatory requirements to ensure effective delivery.
• Initiate Medicare coverage for newly qualified residents and send denial letters when necessary.
• Stay updated on Medicare coverage changes and assist with documentation for reimbursement.
• Coordinate assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of resident care following the MDS process.
• Coordinate and facilitate care conferences with the interdisciplinary team.
• Coordinate, complete and review Minimum Data Sets (MDS).
• Educate and train nursing staff and other departments on MDS processes.

Skills

MDS Coordination

Regulatory knowledge

MA RN/LPN license

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Massachusetts RN/LPN license

Job description

RegalCare at Quincy is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator to lead resident assessments and care planning. You must hold an active MA RN or LPN license and bring at least 1 year of MDS coordination experience.

The role involves cross-team collaboration, regulatory compliance, and effective communication with the care team. You will oversee MDS timelines, PPS updates, and Medicare-related documentation while supporting staff education and care conferences.