MDS - Nurse Assessment Coordinator; RN

MDS – Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RN)
National Health Care Associates – Riverside, CT

What You’ll Do
As an MDS Coordinator / Nurse Assessment Coordinator, you will complete and ensure the accuracy of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for all residents. Your work will support personalized resident care plans and enable clinical reimbursement for services provided.

• Determine Patient Driven Payment Method (PDPM) and assess expense for potential admissions.
• Participate in admissions by evaluating nursing needs and appropriate reimbursement levels.
• Complete and verify the accuracy of the MDS process for all residents.
• Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores, identifying risks or changes that may affect reimbursement.
• Maintain revenue integrity and ensure compliance with state and federal MDS completion and coding regulations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to secure accurate data for assessments.
• Provide insights and education to facility staff and leaders.

• Valid state RN nursing license.
• Advanced degree or certification preferred.
• Direct care experience in a long‑term care setting; prior experience as an MDS Coordinator, Clinical Reimbursement Specialist or Nurse Assessment Coordinator preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal MDS regulations, EMR, PDP, MDS 3.0, Medicaid and Medicare requirements.
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and chronically ill, with the ability to work with both.
• Deadline‑driven, detail‑oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills and independent decision making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to influence others in a multidisciplinary team environment.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents.
• $2,500 sign‑on bonus.

Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Education and Training
Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. We value Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence.