MDS Coordinator – RN

Heather Hill Health Care Center 6630 Kentucky Ave. | New Port Richey, FL 34653

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Day Shift

Heather Hill Health Care Center is seeking an experienced RN MDS Coordinator to join our clinical leadership team.

This is not an entry-level MDS position. We are looking for a knowledgeable Skilled Nursing professional who understands how accurate assessments, strong documentation, PDPM, Quality Measures, and interdisciplinary collaboration come together to drive both exceptional resident outcomes and strong facility performance .

If you're an experienced MDS nurse who knows the RAI process inside and out, takes ownership of deadlines and accuracy, and wants to work with a leadership team that understands the value of a strong MDS program, we want to hear from you.

Previous MDS experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility is REQUIRED for consideration.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Monday–Friday Day Shift

• Work Today, Get Paid Today – Daily Pay Available

• Competitive Compensation Based on Experience

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Disability Insurance

• Company-Paid Life Insurance

• 401(k) with Employer Match

• Paid Time Off

• Employee Assistance Program

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Supportive Clinical & Administrative Leadership

• Career Growth within a Multi-Facility Organization

What You'll Own

As our RN MDS Coordinator, you'll take an active leadership role in the facility's MDS, reimbursement, care planning, and quality processes.

Responsibilities include

• Manage the complete MDS/RAI process from assessment and coding through review and submission

• Ensure MDS assessments are completed accurately and within required timelines

• Drive accurate PDPM classification and reimbursement

• Review clinical documentation to ensure it supports MDS coding and resident acuity

• Coordinate with Nursing, Therapy, Social Services, Dietary, and other interdisciplinary departments

• Lead and participate in resident care planning

• Monitor CMS Quality Measures and identify opportunities for improvement

• Track and evaluate Case Mix Index (CMI) trends

• Support Managed Care authorizations, payer communication, and case management processes

• Educate nursing and interdisciplinary staff on documentation requirements

• Identify documentation gaps and proactively work with clinical teams to improve accuracy

• Support reimbursement reviews and audits

• Maintain compliance with CMS, state, federal, and facility requirements

• Participate in QAPI initiatives and ongoing survey readiness

What We're Looking For

Required

• Current Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing

• Minimum 2 years of MDS experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility

• Strong working knowledge of MDS 3.0 and the RAI process

• Strong understanding of PDPM

• Knowledge of CMS Quality Measures

• Understanding of reimbursement and Case Mix

• Strong clinical documentation and assessment skills

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with exceptional attention to detail

• Strong communication and interdisciplinary leadership skills

Highly Preferred

• RAC-CT Certification

• PointClickCare (PCC) experience

• Skilled Nursing Case Management experience

• Managed Care and insurance authorization experience

• Experience with reimbursement audits

• Experience monitoring and improving CMI and Quality Measures

The MDS Professional We're Looking For

You understand that MDS isn't simply about completing assessments.

You understand the connection between clinical documentation, resident acuity, reimbursement, Quality Measures, compliance, and resident outcomes.

You're comfortable digging into the details, asking the right questions, educating clinical teams, and ensuring the resident's complete clinical picture is accurately captured.

Most importantly, you take ownership of your program.

If you're looking for an MDS position where your knowledge and experience will be valued, Heather Hill Health Care Center may be the right next step in your career.

Schedule

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Day Shift

Limited weekend support may occasionally be required based on facility needs.

Take the Next Step in Your MDS Career

Bring your MDS expertise to a team where your knowledge can directly influence clinical outcomes, reimbursement accuracy, Quality Measures, and overall facility success.

Apply today – qualified MDS candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Heather Hill Health Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status under applicable law.

Job Duties Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be a complete list of duties and responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned based on resident, regulatory, and operational needs.

Background Screening: All required background screenings are completed through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

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Benefits

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Disability insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Employee discount

• Free parking

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Professional development assistance

• Referral program

• Retirement plan

• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person