MDS Coordinator

About the role

Riverfront Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is redefining what a nursing facility can be. We combine the warmth of a close-knit community with a commitment to exceptional clinical care, creating an environment where residents receive personalized attention, and employees have the support they need to excel. You’ll work alongside a collaborative team, accessible leadership, and professionals who take pride in doing things the right way. We believe in providing the resources, staffing support, and recognition our team deserves, because great care starts with a great workplace.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the interdisciplinary team to complete MDS assessments and Care Plans within Medicare/Medicaid schedules.
• Track Medicare eligibility and predict RUGs categories; perform concurrent reviews to ensure clinical information accurately reflects the care provided.
• Oversee the electronic transmission of MDS data to state and federal agencies, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and strict adherence to legal and safety codes.
• Lead daily admission and care planning meetings; communicate acuity changes to the Medical Director, Administrator, and Director of Nursing.
• Conduct regular audits of medical records to validate that documentation supports MDS coding and review final validation error reports.
• Train facility staff on MDS terminology, documentation requirements, and reimbursement regulations to enhance overall clinical data integrity.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey.
• 2+ years of clinical nursing experience in a long-term care (LTC) setting.
• Proven experience with MDS 3.0 completion, RAI processes, and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement.
• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.

Skills

• Strong organizational abilities.
• Deadline-oriented mindset.
• Thorough knowledge of LTC regulations.