MDS Nurse ( RN )

Legacy Health and Rehabilitation, where your expertise doesn’t sit on the sidelines. It leads. Be part of a high-performing team committed to clinical integrity, regulatory excellence, and measurable impact.

Brief Overview:

1. $12,000Sign-On Bonus
2. Pay Range: Negotiable
3. Schedule: Full-Time Monday-Friday
4. Affordable Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
5. Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
6. 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

Lead with Accuracy. Impact with Purpose.

Position Summary:MDS Nurse ( RN )

The MDS Nurse ( RN ) is responsible for coordinating, completing, and submitting accurate and timely interdisciplinary MDS assessments and care plans in accordance with CMS RAI Manual regulations and all applicable federal and state requirements. This role is essential in supporting clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and proper reimbursement. As our MDS Coordinator, you play a pivotal role in ensuring exceptional resident care by overseeing the accuracy and compliance of MDS assessments and care plans.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct Care Plan meetings with residents and families
2. Ensure supporting documentation is present in the medical record for accurate MDS coding
3. Support and maintain tracking systems for MDS scheduling
4. Manage daily PPS meetings and weekly Medicare meetings, including setting Assessment Reference Dates
5. Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations related to the RAI process
6. Maintain current MDS status for assigned residents
7. Perform accurate and frequent data entry into MDS software systems
8. Code MDS accurately using medical record review, observation, and staff/resident/family interviews
9. Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement activities
10. Complete electronic submission of required documentation to state databases and other entities
11. Coordinate with the billing office during monthly close to ensure all required assessments are completed

Qualifications

1. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university
2. Current RN license in good standing
3. Minimum one year of experience with Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement systems and case management
4. Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to the RAI process and reimbursement systems
5. Strong organizational, documentation, and assessment skills

Benefits:

1. Competitive wages for Registered Nurse (RN)
2. Blue Cross Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance
3. Vision Insurance
4. Life insurance
5. Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
6. 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

If you’re a nurse who loves long-term care, values strong benefits and growth opportunities, and prefers a close-knit environment. This is the opportunity for you!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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