RN MDS Coordinator

Healthcare Services • Windham, NH

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About The Position

Warde Senior Living is seeking an experienced RN MDS Coordinator for its 48-bed Skilled Nursing Unit in Windham, New Hampshire, which provides short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The facility describes itself as a 5-Star CMS-rated center and a recipient of the 2026 Bronze National Quality Award from the American Health Care Association. The position is part of the facility leadership team and coordinates the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment process, supporting accurate and timely assessments, appropriate care planning, reimbursement accuracy, and compliance with applicable federal and state regulations. The coordinator works closely with nursing, rehabilitation, social services, dietary, and other interdisciplinary team members to promote individualized, person-centered care and quality outcomes.

The role participates in a leadership on-call rotation approximately once every four weeks. Coverage includes weekends from Friday at 5:00 PM through Monday at 7:00 AM, plus one additional weekday evening per rotation, typically Monday or Thursday. The position is full-time and salaried.

Requirements

• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Hampshire.
• Previous experience as an MDS Coordinator in a skilled nursing facility.
• Strong working knowledge of CMS regulations, the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, MDS 3.0, and care planning requirements.
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement processes and skilled nursing facility documentation requirements.
• Excellent organizational, communication, analytical, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability and willingness to participate in the facility's leadership on-call rotation schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated success in MDS coordination, reimbursement management, and quality measure improvement.
• Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) or a comparable electronic medical record system.
• Experience supporting survey readiness, audits, and QAPI initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the timely and accurate completion and submission of required MDS assessments in accordance with CMS guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with federal and New Hampshire state regulations related to MDS assessments, care planning, and documentation.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop, implement, and update individualized, person-centered care plans.
• Monitor Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement requirements, case-mix classifications, and supporting clinical documentation.
• Review resident assessments, medical records, and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate care plan meetings and participate in interdisciplinary assessments and resident care conferences as needed.
• Monitor quality measures and identify opportunities to improve resident outcomes and clinical performance.
• Support the facility's Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Maintain current knowledge of CMS regulations, MDS updates, RAI guidelines, and reimbursement changes.
• Provide guidance and education to nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members regarding assessment accuracy, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with survey readiness and respond to assessment-related audit findings or compliance concerns.
• Participate in the leadership on-call rotation and provide support during assigned coverage periods, including weekend and weekday evening coverage.

Benefits

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Leadership role with meaningful impact on resident outcomes and quality initiatives.
• Opportunity to contribute to a recognized culture of quality, customer service, and clinical excellence.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed