Position Title: RN MDS Coordinator
Location: Rockville, MD 20850
Compensation: $84k -110k
Schedule: Full-Time
Setting: Senior Living Community / Skilled Nursing
Facility Overview
A senior living community is seeking an experienced RN MDS Coordinator to support resident assessment, care planning, regulatory compliance, and reimbursement processes within a long-term care setting.
Responsibilities
• Coordinate the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Complete and transmit accurate MDS assessments and supporting clinical documentation.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized resident care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Schedule and lead interdisciplinary care plan meetings.
• Audit medical records to ensure documentation supports MDS coding and reimbursement requirements.
• Collaborate with physicians, health plans, and care teams to support insurance approvals and coverage eligibility.
• Serve as a resource regarding SNF prospective payment systems, quality reporting programs, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor MDS-based quality measures and maintain compliance with CMS guidelines.
• Participate in utilization review, triple-check, QAPI, and other quality improvement activities.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and resident care activities as needed.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One (1) to three (3) years of long-term care MDS coordination and care planning experience required.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• BLS Certification required.
• Must obtain Resident Assessment Coordinator certification within one year of hire.
• Knowledge of state and federal healthcare regulations, MDS processes, and reimbursement systems.
• Strong communication, customer service, interpersonal, and computer skills.
Benefits Package
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
• Paid Holidays
• Educational and U.S. Citizenship Scholarship Opportunities
• Onsite CPR Training
• Certified Dementia Practitioner Training (select employees)
• Well-Being Model
• Annual Employee Recognition Opportunities
• UKG Wallet (Daily Pay)
• Free Use of Community Pool and Fitness Center
• Training and Growth Opportunities
• Tickets to Work
• Pet Insurance
Why Join the Team?
This opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on resident outcomes while working alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team. The role provides opportunities for professional growth, ongoing education, quality improvement involvement, and the ability to contribute to high standards of resident-centered care.
At Kace Premier, we genuinely believe that people make the difference. We specialize in matching talented healthcare professionals with the right positions, helping them advance their careers. We understand the unique needs of both job seekers and healthcare organizations, think of us as matchmakers for the medical world, adapting to the evolving dynamics of the industry. Our priority is to provide exceptional service, support, and opportunities for our candidates, ensuring a seamless placement process. We strive to be a trusted partner, guiding healthcare professionals towards their desired career paths and helping them achieve their goals.
Our culture is fast-paced, energetic, and results-oriented, promoting a collaborative environment that values every individual. Our main goal? For our candidates to provide exceptional patient care and have an awesome experience while doing so. We're here to guide, support, and open doors, ensuring that finding the right placement is a breeze. We're not in the business of mere checking boxes – we're fired up about driving positive change in healthcare.
