MDS Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)
Life Care Centers of America · Longmont, CO · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
Full-time position (Tues–Sat) with on-call rotation.
About the Role
The RN MDS Coordinator coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate and timely interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CAAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Life Care Center of Longmont has excellent longevity in the leadership team, making it a great place to grow your career. Recognitions include:
- 4.8 average Google star rating based on 637 reviews
- US News and World Report “Best Nursing Homes for 2026” for both long-term care and short-term rehab
- “800 Club” in 2025, an elite designation of the highest-performing businesses on Reputation.com
- 5-Star CMS rating for Quality Measures
Requirements
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
- Currently licensed/registered in applicable State; must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment
- Two (2) years’ nursing experience; geriatric nursing experience preferred
- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation; must remain current during employment
- Advanced knowledge in field of practice
- Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facilities
- Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
- Proficient in competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation
- Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, etc.
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and/or confidential information
- Understand and follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures
- Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct; complete mandatory training
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary, accurate, and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations
- Report any changes in a patient’s condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON
- Provide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentation
- Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan
- Review Final Validation Reports and attest that all assessments have been completed and accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing; notify the Business Office when assessments are not ready to bill
- Review CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late; develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrence
- Attend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request
- Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
- Assist in the evacuation of patients
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
- Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Schedule
Full-time, Tuesday–Saturday with on-call rotation.