MDS Coordinator

We are seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator to join our skilled nursing team in Chicago, IL. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented clinical professional who is passionate about resident care, reimbursement accuracy, regulatory compliance, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the MDS/RAI process, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, PDPM, and state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete the MDS assessment process in accordance with CMS guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of MDS assessments, Care Area Assessments (CAAs), and comprehensive care plans.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and physicians, to develop and maintain individualized resident care plans.
• Monitor MDS schedules and ensure compliance with all federal and state assessment timelines.
• Review clinical documentation to support accurate PDPM reimbursement and regulatory compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve quality measures, clinical outcomes, and documentation practices.
• Educate and support clinical staff regarding MDS documentation requirements and regulatory standards.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Stay current with CMS regulations, reimbursement updates, and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois nursing license (RN or LPN) in good standing.
• Previous MDS Coordinator experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting is required.
• Strong knowledge of the RAI Manual, PDPM, Medicare, Medicaid, and CMS regulations.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) and MDS software.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, communication, and time management skills.
• RAC-CT certification is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Supportive leadership team
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within a stable organization

If you are an experienced MDS Coordinator committed to delivering exceptional resident care while ensuring regulatory compliance and reimbursement accuracy, we encourage you to apply today.

Equal Opportunity Employer