Registered Nurse (RN) MDS Coordinator – [Day Shift] – [Full Time]
Good Shepherd Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center
Phelps, Kentucky
You'll oversee MDS assessments and their documentation for reimbursement, care planning and compliance.
Posted Oct 16 · New grads welcomed
- Shift and hours
- Day shift Registered Nurse (RN) MDS Coordinator - [Day Shift] - [Full Time]
- Unit and setting
- Rehab
- License
- RN license Current, unencumbered RN license in the state of Tennessee.Current, unencumbered RN license in Tennessee
- Term
- Permanent Registered Nurse (RN) MDS Coordinator - [Day Shift] - [Full Time]Full time
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed New grad friendly (where appropriate)
- License
- Current, unencumbered RN license in Tennessee Current, unencumbered RN license in the state of Tennessee. Check your license
- Education
- Associate's degree or higher in nursing Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited nursing program.
- Also asks
- attention to detail, analytical skills, and knowledge of MDS regulations Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and knowledge of MDS regulations.
Preferred
- Experience
- long-term care or skilled nursing experience Long-term care/skilled nursing experience preferred.
- Experience
- PDPM and MDS experience PDPM and MDS experience strongly preferred.
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates. See program calendars.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
What it pays
Benefits
- Benefitshealth, dental, vision, disability and life insuranceInsurance including health, dental, vision, disability, and life
- BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Assistance Program
- BenefitsFlexible scheduling optionsFlexible scheduling options
- BenefitsDiscount programDiscount program
- BenefitsReferral programReferral program
- BenefitsPaid time offPaid time off
More benefits (3)
- BenefitsDaily pay accessDaily pay access
- Insurance including health, dental, vision, disability, and life
- 401(k)
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- MDS assessments and related documentation Coordinate and complete MDS assessments and related documentation within required timeframes.
- Day to day
- medical record review for accurate coding Review medical records and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure accurate coding and case mix optimization.
- Day to day
- PDPM reimbursement monitoring Monitor PDPM and reimbursement impact and communicate findings to facility leadership.
- Day to day
- care plan development and updates Assist with care plan development and updates based on assessment findings.
- Day to day
- teaching staff MDS documentation requirements Educate staff on documentation requirements that support accurate MDS coding.
- Day to day
- survey readiness for MDS and documentation Participate in quality improvement and survey-readiness activities related to MDS and documentation.
- Details
- New grads considered where appropriate
The workplace
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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About Us
At Good Shepherd Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center in Phelps, KY, we are:
New grad friendly (where appropriate)
Family oriented
Teamwork driven
Unique!
Join our growing team at Good Shepherd Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center. We pride ourselves on the level of care we provide for both the residents and the staff. If you are looking for a company that puts residents before revenue, we encourage you to apply!
Position Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) MDS Coordinator oversees completion and accuracy of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and related documentation to support appropriate reimbursement, care planning, and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
Coordinate and complete MDS assessments and related documentation within required timeframes.
Review medical records and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure accurate coding and case mix optimization.
Monitor PDPM and reimbursement impact and communicate findings to facility leadership.
Assist with care plan development and updates based on assessment findings.
Educate staff on documentation requirements that support accurate MDS coding.
Participate in quality improvement and survey-readiness activities related to MDS and documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned by nursing leadership or the Administrator.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited nursing program.
Current, unencumbered RN license in the state of Tennessee.
Long-term care/skilled nursing experience preferred.
PDPM and MDS experience strongly preferred.
Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and knowledge of MDS regulations.
Benefits
Great pay
Insurance including health, dental, vision, disability, and life
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible scheduling options
Discount program
Referral program
401(k)
Paid time off
Daily pay access
And much more…
EEO Statement
Good Shepherd Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
What's around it?
Phelps, KY
Living costs about 10% below the US average