RN MDS Full-time

Regional MDS Coordinator (RN) – Skilled Nursing Facilities

Location: Regional / Multi-Facility (Travel Required)
Salary: Up to $160,000 per year (based on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Regional MDS Coordinator (RN) to support a growing group of Skilled Nursing Facilities. This role provides clinical oversight, training, and auditing of MDS/RAI processes across multiple SNF locations to ensure accurate assessments, compliance, and optimal reimbursement outcomes.

The ideal candidate is a strong clinical leader with deep expertise in MDS 3.0, PDPM, Medicare/Medicaid compliance, and interdisciplinary collaboration.


Regional MDS Coordinator (RN) Key Responsibilities

  • Provide regional oversight and support for the MDS/RAI process across assigned SNF sites

  • Ensure accurate and timely MDS assessment scheduling, completion, submission, and documentation

  • Audit MDS records for compliance, accuracy, and reimbursement optimization (PDPM/Medicare)

  • Identify training needs and deliver coaching for facility MDS Coordinators and interdisciplinary teams

  • Partner with clinical leadership to improve outcomes, reduce risk, and ensure survey readiness

  • Support care planning accuracy and ensure documentation supports skilled services and diagnoses

  • Monitor metrics such as PDPM scoring, case-mix indexes, Medicare utilization, and ARD management

  • Collaborate with facility teams, therapy providers, and billing teams to support accurate capture

  • Assist with appeals, denials prevention, and documentation best practices

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of CMS regulations and industry best practices


Regional MDS Coordinator (RN)Qualifications

Required:

  • Active RN license (in good standing)

  • Minimum 3+ years of MDS experience in a SNF setting

  • Strong working knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI guidelines, PDPM, Medicare PPS, and compliance standards

  • Proven ability to educate, audit, and lead across multiple teams/facilities

  • Willingness to travel regularly within the region

Preferred:

  • Prior Regional MDS experience supporting multiple buildings

  • RAC-CT certification (or willingness to obtain)

  • Experience with reimbursement optimization and survey preparedness initiatives


What We Offer

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Supportive leadership team and growth opportunities

  • Mileage/travel reimbursement (if applicable)

  • Company-provided tools and resources to succeed

Salary: Up to $160,000 per year
(based on experience)


Work Environment & Travel

This role requires regional travel between facilities. The schedule is primarily weekday-based, with flexibility depending on building needs and business priorities.

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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