Regional MDS Consultant

Job Summary

The Regional MDS Consultant is responsible for the accurate and timely completion of all Medicare/Medicaid case‑mix documents to assure appropriate reimbursement for care and services provided within the facility. Conducts continual Minimum Data Set (MDS) reviews to assure achievement of optimal allowable Resource Utilization Group (RUG) category. Oversees the overall process and tracking of MDS/Prospective Payment System (PPS) documentation and submission, integrating nursing, dietary, social recreation, restorative, rehabilitation and physician services to ensure appropriate assessment and reimbursement. This is a hybrid position in Central Illinois with travel.

Essential Duties

• Ensures the facility follows the organization’s policies and procedures and complies with all state regulations.
• Understands and implements company policies and procedures.
• Ensures the accurate and timely completion of all MDS assessments, including PPS Medicare, quarterly, annual, and significant change assessments.
• Verifies electronic submissions of MDS, performs corrections when necessary, and maintains appropriate records.
• Coordinates interdisciplinary participation in completing the MDS for each resident according to regulatory time frames.
• Ensures completeness and thoroughness of documentation as mandated by federal and state standards.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered, active Illinois Registered Nurse license.
• Five years of management experience in long‑term care.
• General knowledge of professional basic nursing, restorative, and personal care services.

Benefits Offered

• Extremely low‑cost health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more.
• $25,000 company‑paid life insurance at no cost to you.
• Leadership training to enhance management skills.
• Daily pay – get your money when you want.
• Paid vacations that roll over each year.
• Paid sick time and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Daily, weekly, and monthly employee appreciation events.
• Birthday and anniversary celebrations.
• Free employee assistance programs offering professional support on family, money, health, legal services, and more.
• Huge discounts at major retailers (Walmart, Costco, etc.) at no cost to you.
• Virtual visits with doctors 24/7, without additional accounts or appointments.
• Paid break time for nursing mothers.
• Time off to vote.