MDS Nurse

Position Summary

The MDS Nurse is responsible for coordinating the completion of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, Care Area Assessments (CAAs), and care plans in accordance with federal and state regulations. This position works closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure accurate clinical documentation, quality outcomes, and compliance with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• MDS & Care Plan Coordination
• Coordinate and complete MDS assessments in accordance with CMS guidelines and required timeframes.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of resident assessment data.
• Facilitate Care Area Assessments (CAAs) and participate in developing individualized resident care plans.
• Schedule and track all required assessments and submissions.
• Monitor assessment schedules to ensure timely completion and transmission.
• Regulatory Compliance & Reimbursement
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations related to the MDS process.
• Ensure accurate coding to support quality measures and reimbursement.
• Review clinical documentation to validate MDS coding and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Stay current on changes to CMS regulations, reimbursement systems, and industry best practices.
• Aid in survey preparation and participate in regulatory audits.
• Clinical Collaboration
• Work closely with nursing staff, therapy departments, social services, dietary, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Participate in resident care conferences and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Educate staff regarding documentation requirements and MDS-related processes.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership to improve resident outcomes and quality indicators.
• Quality Improvement
• Monitor quality measures and identify trends affecting facility performance.
• Assist in developing and implementing performance improvement initiatives.
• Support efforts to enhance resident satisfaction and quality of care.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. BSN preferred.
• Licensure: Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment.
• Experience: Minimum of 1–3 years of nursing experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting. Previous MDS experience preferred. Experience with Medicare, Medicaid, and CMS regulations strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Thorough knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI process, and care planning requirements.
• Understanding of PDPM, quality measures, and reimbursement systems.
• Strong assessment, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems and MDS software.

Why Join Aventura at Oakwood Village?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Commitment to excellence in resident-centered care.
• A team that values compassion, integrity, and clinical expertise.