RN MDS Coordinator

Senior Living Communities Careers•Charleston, SC

24d

About The Position

Wellmore of Daniel Island is seeking a full-time MDS Coordinator (RN) to join its senior living community. The organization describes its culture as centered on “People First, Always,” teamwork, growth, and meaningful interactions with residents and team members. Training is available for candidates interested in the MDS field, and RNAC certification is offered after six months of employment. The MDS Coordinator/Care Manager develops, maintains, and implements nursing practice standards and objectives related to Minimum Data Set requirements and organizational policies, in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The role supports accurate documentation and diagnoses, timely MDS submissions, and appropriate reimbursement for skilled services. It also involves coordinating with clinical staff and therapy, monitoring documentation, supporting resident assessment and care planning, and providing education and training. The position is physically active, involving frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and climbing. It requires lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds and independently pushing up to 250 pounds, using proper body mechanics when assisting residents. Long hours and occasional night and weekend work may be required. No travel is expected, though occasional travel may be needed for training, continuing education, emergencies, or company functions.

Requirements

Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse.
Remain in good standing with all standards of the Nurse Practice Act.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
Ability to meet or exceed company attendance and punctuality standards.
Ability to use electronic records, miscellaneous software, and office equipment.
Ability to understand and follow directions.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and climbing; lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds; and independently pushing up to 250 pounds.
Ability to work long hours and occasional nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Four-year college or university degree.
Training in Medical Records regulations.
Understanding of diagnosis coding.
Working knowledge of prescription drugs, therapy practices, and bio-psycho-social sciences.
Two years of experience in a similar healthcare position.
Interest in the MDS field and willingness to learn; training is available.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and work with clinical staff and therapy to support proper documentation and care, programs, and optimal reimbursement throughout a skilled resident’s stay.
Research pertinent medical information and diagnoses to support optimal reimbursement.
Ensure timely certifications and recertifications and obtain signatures on all orders.
Meet requirements for working with Managed Care organizations.
Hold daily meetings with therapy and line staff to review skilled residents’ progress.
Monitor skilled nursing documentation and provide continued education as needed.
Participate in the development and implementation of the resident assessment process in accordance with Minimum Data Set requirements and applicable regulations and policies.
Ensure proper ADL documentation and provide continued education and training.
Audit and analyze MDS documents for accuracy and appropriate completion dates.
Submit all MDS documents in a timely manner.
Oversee and schedule resident care planning meetings.
Provide assistance on the floor and serve on-call or as manager on duty as needed.
Attend required in-service training and education sessions.
Perform other duties as assigned.