MDS Nurse Coordinator
Crawford Thomas Recruiting, Rowley, MA, United States
Salary and Locations
Salary: $40/hr - $50/hr (Negotiable) & Excellent Benefits
Locations Available: Worcester, Milford, or New Bedford, MA
Role Overview
The MDS Coordinator is responsible for managing and overseeing the
Minimum Data Set (MDS) process
in a long-term care facility, ensuring accurate documentation, regulatory compliance, and proper reimbursement (Medicare/Managed Care). This role reports to the Director of Nursing and works closely with clinical, administrative, and admissions teams.
Full-time (40 hours/week), hourly position.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the full
MDS and RAI process , including assessments, care planning, and submissions
Ensure
accurate, timely documentation
to support Medicare and regulatory compliance
Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to gather clinical data and maintain care plans
Monitor
Medicare eligibility, certifications, and recertifications
Oversee completion, accuracy, and submission of all MDS assessments
Track and manage
RUG classifications and reimbursement-related data
Conduct audits and ensure documentation meets
state, federal, and Medicare standards
Participate in admissions and initiate MDS/care plans within required timeframes
Train staff on documentation and MDS processes
Communicate issues and updates to leadership
Qualifications
Licensed
RN or LPN
Experience in
long-term care
with strong knowledge of
MDS, RAI, OBRA, Medicare, and case mix
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to meet deadlines and manage compliance requirements
Computer proficiency
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk frequently, and perform physical tasks
High exposure risk to communicable diseases
Core Competencies
Attention to detail and regulatory accuracy
Leadership and team coordination
Clinical knowledge and documentation expertise
Commitment to resident care and compliance standards
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Salary: $40/hr - $50/hr (Negotiable) & Excellent Benefits
Locations Available: Worcester, Milford, or New Bedford, MA
Role Overview
The MDS Coordinator is responsible for managing and overseeing the
Minimum Data Set (MDS) process
in a long-term care facility, ensuring accurate documentation, regulatory compliance, and proper reimbursement (Medicare/Managed Care). This role reports to the Director of Nursing and works closely with clinical, administrative, and admissions teams.
Full-time (40 hours/week), hourly position.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the full
MDS and RAI process , including assessments, care planning, and submissions
Ensure
accurate, timely documentation
to support Medicare and regulatory compliance
Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to gather clinical data and maintain care plans
Monitor
Medicare eligibility, certifications, and recertifications
Oversee completion, accuracy, and submission of all MDS assessments
Track and manage
RUG classifications and reimbursement-related data
Conduct audits and ensure documentation meets
state, federal, and Medicare standards
Participate in admissions and initiate MDS/care plans within required timeframes
Train staff on documentation and MDS processes
Communicate issues and updates to leadership
Qualifications
Licensed
RN or LPN
Experience in
long-term care
with strong knowledge of
MDS, RAI, OBRA, Medicare, and case mix
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to meet deadlines and manage compliance requirements
Computer proficiency
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk frequently, and perform physical tasks
High exposure risk to communicable diseases
Core Competencies
Attention to detail and regulatory accuracy
Leadership and team coordination
Clinical knowledge and documentation expertise
Commitment to resident care and compliance standards
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