MDS Director
Position Overview
Palm Beach Nursing Center is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented MDS Director (RN/LPN) to oversee the MDS process and ensure regulatory compliance while promoting exceptional resident-centered care. This leadership role is critical in supporting clinical excellence, care planning accuracy, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality, compliant care for long-term care residents
- Monitor accuracy and timeliness of MDS assessments and documentation
- Conduct comprehensive initial assessments and resident interviews
- Develop and oversee individualized care plans with both short-term and long-term goals
- Lead and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings
- Collaborate with caregivers, families, and clinical specialists to optimize resident outcomes
- Provide leadership and guidance to nursing staff
- Conduct in-service education related to MDS, RAPS, Triggers, PDPM, and Medicare requirements
- Maintain strict adherence to MDS and care-planning schedules, including non-Medicare residents
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
Qualifications
- Licensure: Active Florida RN or LPN license in good standing
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an MDS Coordinator in a Skilled Nursing Facility
- Knowledge Base: Strong working knowledge of MDS, PDPM, Medicare guidelines, and care-planning processes
- Skills: Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical & Dental Insurance
- Company Perks
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- One (1) Personal Floating Holiday
Why Join Us
At Palm Beach Nursing Center, we value clinical excellence, collaboration, and compassionate care. This is an opportunity to step into a leadership role where your expertise directly impacts resident outcomes and team success. If you are a seasoned RN or LPN with strong PDPM and Medicare expertise and a passion for leadership, we encourage you to apply today. Join our team and help shape the future of resident-centered care!