Lead MDS Coordinator (RN)

Ozaukee County • Cedarburg, WI

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Lasata Care Center is seeking an experienced RN Lead Nurse Coordinator (MDS) to oversee the facility’s Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process and ensure accurate, compliant, and timely MDS assessments. This role is key to driving quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and strong clinical documentation across the nursing department.

Requirements

• Active Wisconsin RN license required
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Strong experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility setting
• Knowledge of MDS 3.0, PDPM, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Strong documentation, organizational, and computer skills

Nice To Haves

• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• AANAC certification required within 1 year of hire

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all MDS, CAAs, PDPM, and care planning processes
• Ensure timely and accurate MDS submissions (including 2x weekly transmission)
• Oversee ARD scheduling, assessments, and facility roster management
• Audit clinical documentation and ensure compliance with federal/state regulations
• Lead quality measure improvement initiatives
• Provide oversight, training, and support for ICD-10 coding and clinical documentation staff
• Respond to audits and ensure accuracy of resident records
• Supervise and support MDS Nurse and/or Health Information Technician (HIT)
• Participate in interdisciplinary clinical and Medicare meetings

Benefits

• $10,000 Nurse Sign-On Bonus
• health, dental, life, & vision insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• State of Wisconsin WRS defined benefit pension program
• free employee health clinic & Teladoc
• bonus opportunities
• employee fitness room
• wellness program & wellness reimbursement
• tuition reimbursement & continuing education opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree