RN MDS Assessment Coordinator

NATIONAL HEALTH- WHITE OAK GROUP•Shelby, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team at White Oak of Shelby! Are you an experienced Registered Nurse with a passion for quality care, clinical excellence, and resident advocacy? White Oak of Shelby is looking for a dedicated MDS Coordinator (RN) to join our compassionate team. In this leadership role, you'll work alongside an interdisciplinary team to ensure accurate resident assessments, individualized care planning, regulatory compliance, and optimal reimbursement—all while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. If you're detail-oriented, organized, and thrive in a collaborative long-term care environment, we'd love to meet you! At White Oak of Shelby, our employees are the heart of everything we do. We foster a supportive, team-oriented culture where your expertise is valued and your professional growth is encouraged.

Requirements

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Minimum one year of long-term care experience
Working knowledge of Medicare, PPS, PDPM, and Managed Care reimbursement
Strong understanding of federal and state long-term care regulations
Excellent assessment, organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems

Nice To Haves

Previous MDS Coordinator experience preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate the interdisciplinary resident assessment and care planning process
Complete accurate and timely MDS assessments (admission, readmission, quarterly, annual, significant change, and discharge)
Complete Care Area Assessments (CAAs) and individualized care plans within required regulatory timelines
Review and update care plans to reflect residents' changing needs and goals
Lead and participate in care plan meetings and family conferences
Communicate resident care plan updates with families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team
Manage Medicare PPS, PDPM, and Managed Care assessment schedules
Ensure clinical documentation supports assessment accuracy and reimbursement requirements
Assist with state and federal surveys and maintain regulatory compliance
Stay current on MDS regulations, reimbursement guidelines, and industry best practices
Educate staff on documentation and resident assessment processes
Maintain accurate resident records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing