RN Senior (MDS Coordinator) / Full-time, Day

This is an onsite, full-time, regular position at the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs in Minneapolis. Telework is not eligible.

About the role

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for the utilization and timely, accurate completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI), including Minimum Data Set (MDS) tools and care planning in accordance with federal, state, and Veterans Administration regulations, as well as Medicare and managed care guidelines for coverage, billing, and reimbursement. This position acts as a resource to the Interdisciplinary Team in resident assessment and care planning, as well as in staff education, to ensure the delivery of quality care.

The Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis provides skilled nursing care in a supportive environment that fosters a stable, healthy, and meaningful life for Veterans. We offer a creative, fun, collaborative, and stimulating work environment that encourages professional growth. The Minneapolis Home is located on Minnehaha Avenue, with easy access to connecting highways and public transportation. The beautiful 53-acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails, and biking paths overlooking the Mississippi River.

Responsibilities

• Complete and ensure timely, accurate Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) and Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments.
• Develop and manage care plans in compliance with federal, state, and Veterans Administration regulations.
• Act as a resource to the Interdisciplinary Team for resident assessment and care planning.
• Provide staff education to ensure delivery of quality care.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare and managed care guidelines for coverage, billing, and reimbursement.

Requirements

• Licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse with no restrictions and in good standing.
• Current Resident Assessment Coordinator Certification (RAC-CT) OR ability to obtain RAC-CT certification within 30 days of contingent start date.
• Two years of experience as a Registered Nurse, including at least one year of MDS experience in a healthcare setting with primary responsibility for assessing nursing and health needs.
• Knowledge of state and federal standards in skilled nursing facility/long-term care.
• Experience with documenting and writing reports.
• Strong communication skills to develop and deliver training/education and explain complex terms and concepts to a diverse audience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, or ability to obtain by date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Resident Assessment Coordinator Certification (RAC-CT).
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility/long-term care environment.
• Experience working in close cooperation with an interdisciplinary team.
• Experience leading or supervising professional-level nursing staff.
• Experience developing and managing nursing staffing plans using evidence-based strategies focused on quality of care and budget management.
• Experience providing education to staff.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of employee reference checks, including review of job performance documentation and contact with former employers.
• Pass a Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check.
• Complete a Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening or chest x-ray prior to employment.

Pay

$42.20 - $62.48 per hour; $88,114 - $130,458 annually.

Eligible for a new hire bonus of $6,000.

Schedule

Day shift, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Fertility care, including IVF, and diabetes care.
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan providing income after three years of service.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
• Resources for physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility (for qualifying positions).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support, including mental health, relationship challenges, grief and loss, finances, and legal issues.
• Daily living/convenience services, such as chore services, home repair, trip planning, and child/elder care.

Programs, resources, and benefits eligibility varies based on employment type, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service.