RN - MDS Nurse
About The Position
Elderwood at Hamburg is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator (RN) to join our skilled nursing and rehabilitation team. This is an excellent opportunity for an MDS professional who values organization, collaboration, clinical accuracy, and supportive leadership within a respected long-term care environment. This role plays a vital part in ensuring accurate resident assessments, supporting quality outcomes, coordinating interdisciplinary care planning, and helping deliver exceptional resident-centered care. The MDS Nurse Coordinator (RN) is responsible for the timely and accurate completion of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in accordance with RAI Guidelines, CMS regulations, OBRA requirements, Medicare and payer guidelines, and state/federal compliance standards. This role collaborates closely with Nursing, Therapy, Social Work, Dietary, Activities, Business Office, and facility leadership to ensure accurate assessment coding reflective of resident acuity and services provided.
Requirements
- RN license in the state of New York.
- Knowledge of RAI process, Medicare, OBRA, and reimbursement guidelines
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.
Nice To Haves
- Prior MDS Coordinator / RNAC experience preferred
- Long-Term Care and Skilled Nursing experience preferred
- Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) preferred
Responsibilities
- Completion and submission of MDS assessments for all payer types and assessment schedules
- Accurate coding of diagnoses, treatments, medications, functional status, and resident interviews
- Participation in interdisciplinary care planning and IDT meetings
- Collaboration with nursing and clinical departments regarding reimbursement and documentation needs
- Support regulatory compliance and survey readiness efforts
- Monitor assessment timelines and submission accuracy
- Communicate clinical reimbursement concerns appropriately
Benefits
- Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
- Tuition Assistance & Full Tuition Scholarship Opportunity
- Career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
