The MDS Coordinator will assist the Director of Nursing with ensuring that all documentation in the center meets Federal, State, and Certification guidelines.
Posted Oct 1 · 1 year of experience
Unit and setting
Skilled Nursing We are looking for caring individuals to provide outstanding care to our residents each and every day.
License
RN or LPN license Currently licensed as an LPN or RN in this state; RN preferred.LPN or RN license
Term
Permanent
Do you qualify?
License
LPN or RN licenseCurrently licensed as an LPN or RN in this state; RN preferred.Check your license
Certification
CPR certifiedCPR certified.
Experience
at least 1 year of experience in MDSAt least 1 year of experience in MDS
Experience
MDS experienceCANDIDATES MUST HAVE MDS EXPERIENCE:
Also asks
knowledge of Federal Medicare PPS process and Medicaid reimbursementExcellent knowledge of the Federal Medicare PPS process, and Medicaid reimbursement, as required.
Also asks
knowledge of OBRA regulations and Minimum Data SetKnowledge of the OBRA regulations and Minimum Data Set.
Also asks
knowledge of the care planning processKnowledge of the care planning process.
minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing FacilityMinimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred.
We are looking for caring individuals to provide outstanding care to our residents each and every day.We are looking for caring individuals to provide outstanding care to our residents each and every day.
Day to day
ensure RAI process completion, accuracy, tracking, and discharge/reentry monitoring
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follow up with staff to maintain documentation standards complianceFollows up with staff when necessary to assure compliance with standards of documentation.
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collect resident data and interview staff per MDS 3.0 User's ManualCollects data for each resident and interviews staff as necessary to assure good standard of practice and as instructed in the MDS 3.0 User’s Manual.
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facilitate accurate determination of the Assessment Reference DateFacilitates accurate determination of the Assessment Reference Date.
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provide interdisciplinary schedule for MDS assessments and care plans per OBRA and PPSProvides interdisciplinary schedule for all MDS assessments and care plans as required by OBRA and PPS.
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obtain required signaturesAssures that appropriate signatures are obtained as required.
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ensure interdisciplinary team determines additional MDS assessments per RAI clinical criteria
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assist DON with identifying significant changes and updating MDS and care plansAssist DON or designee with identification of a significant change, physician orders and verbal reports to assure that the MDS and care plan are reflective of those changes.
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coordinate care planning conferences and ensure care delivered is supported by documentation
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monitor initiation of care plans upon admissionAssist the Administrator/Director of Nursing with the monitoring to ensure that a care plan is initiated on every resident upon admission to the center.
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participate in daily stand-up meetings regarding PPS timelines, ARD, and MDS deficiencies
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act as resource person for MDS computer issuesActs as resources person for computer issues that relate to the MDS process.
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contact support when indicatedContacts support when indicated.
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attend Medicare or Utilization Review meetings as requiredAttends Medicare or Utilization Review meeting as required.
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correct and submit final resident assessment data to government agenciesCorrects and ensures completion of final MDS and submits resident assessment data to the appropriate State and Federal government agencies.
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assign, assist, and instruct staff in the RAI process, PPS, Medicare, Medicaid, and clinical systemsAssigns, assists, and instructs all staff in the RAI Process, PPS Medicare, Medicaid and clinical computer system in relation to these processes.
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ensure timely submission of MDSs to the State and follow up on validation errorsEnsures timely submission of the MDSs to the State with proper follow-up on validation errors.
Generous ETO, Holidays Sick Time -we value work life balance
Tuition Reimbursement -invest in your growth
Life Insurance Disability Coverage -peace of mind for you your family
Uniforms Provided Perks Programs -we've got your covered
Shift Differentials depending on location, position shift!
Join a team that invests in YOU - your health, future your success!
This role requires Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening.
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Candidates must have mds
Experience
Position Summary
The MDS Coordinator will assist the Director of Nursing with ensuring that all documentation in the center meets Federal, State, and Certification guidelines. The MDS Coordinator will coordinate the entire RAI process assuring the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of the MDS, CAAs, and Interdisciplinary Care Plan.
Job Functions
RAI-MDS, CAA, Care Plan Responsibilities
Assures the completion and accuracy of the RAI Process from the MDS through the implementation of the plan of care. Initiates and monitors RAI process tracking and discharge/reentry.
Follows up with staff when necessary to assure compliance with standards of documentation.
Collects data for each resident and interviews staff as necessary to assure good standard of practice and as instructed in the MDS 3.0 User’s Manual.
Facilitates accurate determination of the Assessment Reference Date.
Provides interdisciplinary schedule for all MDS assessments and care plans as required by OBRA and PPS.
Assures that appropriate signatures are obtained as required.
Ensures that the Interdisciplinary team makes decisions for either completing or not completing additional MDS assessments based on clinical criteria as identified in the most recent version of the RAI User’s Manual. (Significant Change and Significant Correction)
Assist DON or designee with identification of a significant change, physician orders and verbal reports to assure that the MDS and care plan are reflective of those changes.
Coordinates scheduling and notice of resident care planning conferences and assures communication of outcomes/problems to the responsible staff, resident, and/or responsible party. Ensures all MDS information and care delivered as outlined in the Care Plan is supported by documentation.
Assist the Administrator/Director of Nursing with the monitoring to ensure that a care plan is initiated on every resident upon admission to the center.
Participates in the daily stand-up meeting and communicates needs for changes in PPS Timelines and Assessment Reference Dates, and deficiencies in completion of MDS, CAAs, and Care Plans.
Acts as resources person for computer issues that relate to the MDS process.
Contacts support when indicated.
Attends Medicare or Utilization Review meeting as required.
Corrects and ensures completion of final MDS and submits resident assessment data to the appropriate State and Federal government agencies.
Assigns, assists, and instructs all staff in the RAI Process, PPS Medicare, Medicaid and clinical computer system in relation to these processes.
Ensures timely submission of the MDSs to the State with proper follow-up on validation errors.
Maintains validation records. Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Currently licensed as an LPN or RN in this state; RN preferred. CPR certified.
Experience
At least 1 year of experience in MDS
Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred.
Excellent knowledge of the Federal Medicare PPS process, and Medicaid reimbursement, as required.
Knowledge of the OBRA regulations and Minimum Data Set.
Knowledge of the care planning process.
Demonstrated leadership ability.
Excellent communication (oral and written) and public relations skills.
Excellent organizational skills with an acute attention to detail.
Neighborhoods+Residential choices in Pompano Beach range from quiet mid-century single-family pockets to high-density coastal enclaves. Cresthaven features palm-lined residential streets with well-maintained ranch homes near the Pompano Beach Airpark, while Palm Aire offers golf courses, tranquil canal views, and townhomes. Inland neighborhoods such as Kendall Green and Northwest Pompano provide practical residential living with quick access to medical facilities and major thoroughfares. East of Federal Highway and along coastal Zip 33062, neighborhoods like Highlands, Beachway Estates, and beachside strips place residents within walking distance of the shoreline and Fisher Family Pier, though at a significantly higher premium than western inland communities.
Residential choices in Pompano Beach range from quiet mid-century single-family pockets to high-density coastal enclaves. Cresthaven features palm-lined residential streets with well-maintained ranch homes near the Pompano Beach Airpark, while Palm Aire offers golf courses, tranquil canal views, and townhomes.
Inland neighborhoods such as Kendall Green and Northwest Pompano provide practical residential living with quick access to medical facilities and major thoroughfares. East of Federal Highway and along coastal Zip 33062, neighborhoods like Highlands, Beachway Estates, and beachside strips place residents within walking distance of the shoreline and Fisher Family Pier, though at a significantly higher premium than western inland communities.
Getting around+Interstate 95 traverses north-south through the center of the city, serving as the critical spine for healthcare professionals commuting to regional medical centers across Broward County and Palm Beach County. East-west commutes rely heavily on Atlantic Boulevard and Copans Road, both of which experience notable traffic bottlenecks during late afternoon peak hours. Closer to the ocean, Federal Highway (US 1) handles everyday retail traffic and local surface travel, while municipal shuttles and county bus routes connect inland hubs with the beachfront commercial district.
Interstate 95 traverses north-south through the center of the city, serving as the critical spine for healthcare professionals commuting to regional medical centers across Broward County and Palm Beach County. East-west commutes rely heavily on Atlantic Boulevard and Copans Road, both of which experience notable traffic bottlenecks during late afternoon peak hours.
Closer to the ocean, Federal Highway (US 1) handles everyday retail traffic and local surface travel, while municipal shuttles and county bus routes connect inland hubs with the beachfront commercial district.
Outdoors+Outdoor lifestyle revolves around three miles of lifeguard-patrolled Atlantic coastline, featuring nearshore coral reefs popular for shore snorkeling, scuba diving, and surfing. The 900-foot Fisher Family Pier anchors local sport fishing and coastal strolls, while the Intracoastal Waterway provides corridors for boating, jet skiing, and paddle sports. On land, the city operates more than 50 parks, including Pompano Community Park, the Greg Norman-redesigned Pines Golf Course, the Pompano Beach Aquatics Center with Olympic-sized pools, and a dedicated walking and biking loop enclosing the Pompano Beach Airpark.
Outdoor lifestyle revolves around three miles of lifeguard-patrolled Atlantic coastline, featuring nearshore coral reefs popular for shore snorkeling, scuba diving, and surfing. The 900-foot Fisher Family Pier anchors local sport fishing and coastal strolls, while the Intracoastal Waterway provides corridors for boating, jet skiing, and paddle sports.
On land, the city operates more than 50 parks, including Pompano Community Park, the Greg Norman-redesigned Pines Golf Course, the Pompano Beach Aquatics Center with Olympic-sized pools, and a dedicated walking and biking loop enclosing the Pompano Beach Airpark.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Pompano Beach
Pompano Beach offers relocating nurses a relaxed coastal South Florida lifestyle that trades the dense nightlife of Miami and Fort Lauderdale for quiet beaches, accessible parking, and genuine community warmth. Positioned between Boca Raton and Fort Lauderdale, the city provides an easy highway commute along Interstate 95 to major healthcare hubs across Broward and Palm Beach counties. Life off shift revolves around the water: watch the sunrise over the 900-foot Fisher Family Pier, grab fish tacos at Lucky Fish in The Fishing Village, or unwind along the fitness trail circling Pompano Beach Airpark. Housing spans from classic mid-century ranch homes in tree-lined inland enclaves like Cresthaven to high-rise condominiums along the Atlantic shoreline. While the city provides an approachable coastal entry point, newcomers must navigate the regional realities of heavy rush-hour traffic along Atlantic Boulevard, peak winter snowbird density, and steep building insurance and condo assessments. For nurses seeking saltwater living paired with small-town community events like Old Town Untapped, Pompano Beach delivers a well-connected, balanced haven.
