MDS Coordinator/Assistant

MDS Coordinator needed for premier nursing facility. Come join our winning team!

Our Mission: We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual’s ability to thrive.

Position Summary:

Coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate and timely patient assessments in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies

Qualifications: If you meet the below – please apply!

• Current state RN license required
• Two (2) years’ nursing and/or one (1) year of MDS experience required
• Outstanding communication (verbal and written) skills
• Ability to remain kind, calm and professional in all work-related situations
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
• Takes pride in serving others, and accurately completing duties on time

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate, timely, inter-departmental, patient assessments, in accordance with all requirements and policies
• Reports any changes in a patient’s condition to the Director of Nursing (DON)
• Provides education to direct care associates regarding patient documentation, overseeing updates or changes, and training on Skilled Nursing Facility and other Regulations
• Ensures care plans are comprehensive, accurate and meeting patient needs
• Reviews Final Validation Reports confirming assessments have been completed and accepted into the CMS and other systems as necessary and prior to billing
• Collaborates with Business Office regarding when to/when not to bill
• Continually reviews CMS Reports to address issues and improve processes to ensure that assessments are accurate and submitted on time
• Attend and participates in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings as assigned and requested
• Performs functions of a staff nurse when necessary
• Leads by example in treating everyone at work kindly and professionally – encouraging and reinforcing positive interactions

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverages with company paying majority of costs for Medical HMO (with buy up plan options available)
• 401(k) with company match (company match begins after 1 year of service)
• Company paid Life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)
• Employee Assistance program
• Identity Theft and Travel insurance protections
• Bene-Hub employee sponsored discount programs and more….

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

*Benefits are available to full-time employees.

At Lodi Nursing & Rehabilitation in Lodi, CA, we’ve reimagined skilled nursing and rehabilitation by putting people first, both residents and employees. Our nurses, therapists, and support staff are empowered to deliver individualized care plans, advanced therapies, and meaningful outcomes without feeling like just another number in a system. Serving families throughout San Joaquin County, we provide short-term rehabilitation and long-term care focused on faster recovery, stronger outcomes, and a truly supportive environment. For our team, that means working in a setting that values clinical excellence, collaboration, and respect. We prioritize manageable workflows, strong leadership support, and a culture where your voice matters. Whether you’re at the bedside, in therapy, or supporting operations, you’ll be part of a group that’s committed to doing things differently—and doing them right. Conveniently located near local hospitals, our community offers not only a great place for residents to heal, but a place where professionals can grow, feel appreciated, and build a career with purpose.

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