MDS Coordinator

Taunton, Massachusetts

Wedgemere Health Care, a premier healthcare provider, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate MDS (Minimum Data Set) Coordinator to join our team in Taunton, MA.

Posted Sep 27

Unit and setting: Skilled Nursing If you are passionate about geriatric care and possess exceptional organizational skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.geriatric care
License: LPN license degree in a related field LPN or RN
Term: Permanent

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License: LPN or RN degree in a related field LPN or RN
Education: degree in a related field
Experience: 2 years of experience in geriatric care or a related field 2 years of experience in geriatric care or a related field (training and mentorship provided)
Experience: geriatric care or a related field
Also asks: Proficiency in electronic medical records and computer systems
Also asks: Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Also asks: Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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Day to day: Conduct MDS assessments for residents in compliance with federal regulations and company policies Conduct MDS assessments for residents in a timely and accurate manner, in compliance with federal regulations and company policies
Day to day: Collaborate with healthcare team for accurate data collection and medical record review
Day to day: Develop and maintain complex care plans incorporating resident goals and preferences Develop and maintain complex care plans, incorporating resident goals and preferences
Day to day: Coordinate with care teams for transitions and ongoing care Coordinate with care teams to ensure seamless transitions and effective ongoing care
Day to day: Participate in Quality Improvement initiatives Participate in Quality Improvement initiatives to enhance resident outcomes and reduce risk
Day to day: Develop and maintain relationships with residents, families, and staff Develop and maintain strong relationships with residents, families, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service

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Wedgemere Health Care, a premier healthcare provider, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate MDS (Minimum Data Set) Coordinator to join our team in Taunton, MA. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the accurate and timely completion of MDS assessments, thereby contributing to the highest level of resident care. If you are passionate about geriatric care and possess exceptional organizational skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities

Conduct MDS assessments for residents in a timely and accurate manner, in compliance with federal regulations and company policies

Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure accurate and complete data collection, including reviewing medical records and obtaining necessary information from healthcare providers

Develop and maintain complex care plans, incorporating resident goals and preferences

Coordinate with care teams to ensure seamless transitions and effective ongoing care

Participate in Quality Improvement initiatives to enhance resident outcomes and reduce risk

Develop and maintain strong relationships with residents, families, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service

About the Role

As an MDS Coordinator with Wedgemere Health Care, you will be working in a dynamic and supportive environment that values teamwork, innovation, and resident-centered care. Our state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology will provide you with the tools you need to excel in your role.

Requirements

2 years of experience in geriatric care or a related field (training and mentorship provided)

degree in a related field LPN or RN

Proficiency in electronic medical records and computer systems

Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What We Offer

Join our team today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in geriatric care! Apply now to become the next MDS Coordinator at Wedgemere Health Care.

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In Taunton, MA

Taunton, MAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 6% above the US average

Median rent: $1,324/mo
Household income: $79,283/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Taunton, MA

NeighborhoodsTaunton offers distinct residential pockets ranging from denser urban centers to semi-rural outskirts. East Taunton is widely sought after by commuters for its more spaced-out, suburban-to-rural layout, larger lot sizes, and immediate access to Route 24 and Interstate 495. Oakland provides a quiet, family-oriented residential environment characterized by ranch-style and colonial homes near Hopewell Park and Memorial Park. Closer to the core, Whittenton attracts first-time buyers with walkable streets, older colonial housing stock, and proximity to local schools and retail. Along the Taunton River, historic Weir Village has seen revitalization through converted mill lofts and cafes that appeal to young professionals, though local community forums note that street-level character can vary significantly from block to block.

Taunton offers distinct residential pockets ranging from denser urban centers to semi-rural outskirts. East Taunton is widely sought after by commuters for its more spaced-out, suburban-to-rural layout, larger lot sizes, and immediate access to Route 24 and Interstate 495. Oakland provides a quiet, family-oriented residential environment characterized by ranch-style and colonial homes near Hopewell Park and Memorial Park.

Closer to the core, Whittenton attracts first-time buyers with walkable streets, older colonial housing stock, and proximity to local schools and retail. Along the Taunton River, historic Weir Village has seen revitalization through converted mill lofts and cafes that appeal to young professionals, though local community forums note that street-level character can vary significantly from block to block.

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Getting aroundTaunton is positioned at the crossroads of southeastern Massachusetts, intersected by major transit corridors including Interstate 495 and Route 24. For hospital staff traveling across the region, Providence sits approximately twenty miles to the west, Boston is located under forty miles to the north, and Fall River is roughly a twenty-five-minute drive south. While highway connectivity makes regional travel straightforward, nurses working standard daytime shift changes face substantial rush-hour bottlenecks on Route 24 and around regional merge points. Local travel is primarily car-dependent, with ample surface parking available around suburban clinics and medical campuses compared to denser metro hubs.

Taunton is positioned at the crossroads of southeastern Massachusetts, intersected by major transit corridors including Interstate 495 and Route 24. For hospital staff traveling across the region, Providence sits approximately twenty miles to the west, Boston is located under forty miles to the north, and Fall River is roughly a twenty-five-minute drive south. While highway connectivity makes regional travel straightforward, nurses working standard daytime shift changes face substantial rush-hour bottlenecks on Route 24 and around regional merge points.

Local travel is primarily car-dependent, with ample surface parking available around suburban clinics and medical campuses compared to denser metro hubs.

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OutdoorsOutdoor enthusiasts have access to substantial conservation land, anchored by Massasoit State Park, which offers multi-use trails weaving through native pine forests, wetlands, and around freshwater lakes. Watson Pond State Park features a scenic seven-mile loop trail over rocky terrain alongside public beaches, swimming zones, and warm-weather watercraft activity. The Taunton River winds directly through the city, serving as a primary corridor for canoeing, kayaking, and recreational fishing for striped bass, largemouth bass, and catfish. The Gertrude M. Boyden Wildlife Refuge provides additional quiet walking trails, while Hopewell Park and Memorial Park support community athletic fields and open lawns.

Outdoor enthusiasts have access to substantial conservation land, anchored by Massasoit State Park, which offers multi-use trails weaving through native pine forests, wetlands, and around freshwater lakes. Watson Pond State Park features a scenic seven-mile loop trail over rocky terrain alongside public beaches, swimming zones, and warm-weather watercraft activity.

The Taunton River winds directly through the city, serving as a primary corridor for canoeing, kayaking, and recreational fishing for striped bass, largemouth bass, and catfish. The Gertrude M. Boyden Wildlife Refuge provides additional quiet walking trails, while Hopewell Park and Memorial Park support community athletic fields and open lawns.

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Living in Taunton

Known as the 'Silver City' and the county seat of Bristol County, Taunton, Massachusetts, offers relocating nurses an affordable, grounded home base positioned between major regional healthcare hubs. Situated under forty miles south of Boston and only twenty miles east of Providence, the city allows clinicians to easily access regional facilities via Route 24 and Interstate 495, though shift workers should plan for heavy peak-hour highway congestion. Within Taunton, the lifestyle shifts dramatically by neighborhood: young professionals seeking character often look toward Weir Village's converted riverfront mill lofts and cafes, while nurses seeking quiet yards, ranch homes, or new construction gravitate toward East Taunton and Oakland. Outside the hospital, downtime is defined by the outdoors, whether trail running at Massasoit State Park, swimming at Watson Pond, or paddling the Taunton River, followed by casual neighborhood dining at spots like Riverside or Joe's Diner. While some urban pockets show signs of industrial wear and commercial shopping often requires a short drive out of town, Taunton rewards healthcare workers with generous space, easy regional mobility, and a close-knit New England community.

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