RN MDS Coordinator
RegalCare at Courtyard Medford
Medford, Massachusetts
Posted Aug 30
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Skilled Nursing
- Accepts
- RN
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Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in Massachusetts is $40/hr, across 429 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
RegalCare at Courtyard
We are looking for a RN MDS Coordinator to join our team!
RegalCare at Courtyard at Medford is a leading healthcare facility dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our residents. We are committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment where residents can thrive, and their families can have peace of mind. As part of our commitment to excellence, we are seeking an experienced RN MDS Coordinator to join our team
Position
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Overview
We are currently seeking a compassionate and skilled RN MDS Coordinator. The RN MDS Coordinator is responsible for conducting and coordinating the development and completion of the resident assessments by the requirements of this state and the policies and goals of this facility.
Responsibilites
Conduct and coordinate the development and completion of resident assessments (MDS/PPS/PDPM) by current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the resident assessment, including theCAAs.
Maintain and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the development, use, and implementation of the resident assessments(MDS/PPS/PDPM) and care plan.
Coordinate clinical resident updates to managed care providers.
Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc., as necessary.
Develop, implement, and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the resident assessment/care plans.
Assist the resident and Discharge Planning Coordinator in completing the care plan portion of the resident’s discharge plan.
Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.
Monitor the facility’s QI and QM reports ensuring that appropriate corrective action can be implemented when potential problem areas occur.
Ensure that all assessments are completed and transmitted promptly. Report problem areas to the administrator.
Ensure that a current copy of the MDS Instructor’s Manual is available to persons completing portions of the resident assessments.
Review the facility’s Casper Reports with the facility administrator and Regional Director of Clinical Reimbursement to ensure proper follow-up as directed.
Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off
Opportunities for professional development and advancement
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of our residents
RegalCare at Courtyard at Medford is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Requirements
- RN
- Quality control corrective actions
- Skilled nursing facility
- Long-term care regulations
- Caregiving documentation requirements
- Managed care
- Clinical program policy development
- RN License
- Quality of care (regulatory compliance area)
Place
- City
- Medford, Massachusetts
- State price level
- 6% above the national average
Massachusetts index 105.8, where 100 is the national average.
Medford sits just north of Boston along the Mystic River, offering nurses a quieter residential base with easy access to the city's hospital network. Home to Tufts University and the Mystic Lakes, it blends collegiate energy with suburban calm—ideal for a clinician who wants proximity to major medical centers without living downtown.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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