RN/LPN MDS Coordinator

Job Description

RN/LPN MDS Coordinator – Full-Time

Willow Ridge Rehabilitation & Living Center Rutherfordton, NC

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Bring Your MDS Expertise to a Team That Values What You Do!

Are you an experienced RN or LPN MDS Coordinator looking for a stable, well-supported role where your knowledge and attention to detail can make a real impact?

Willow Ridge Rehabilitation & Living Center is seeking a knowledgeable, organized, and detail-oriented RN/LPN MDS Coordinator to join our clinical leadership team. In this role, you will take ownership of the RAI/MDS process while helping ensure accurate reimbursement, effective care planning, regulatory compliance, and quality resident outcomes.

We are proud to be Certified as a Great Place to Work® for four consecutive years, reflecting our commitment to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Full-Time MDS position

Strong clinical and leadership support

Collaborative interdisciplinary team including nursing, therapy, and facility leadership

Opportunity to take ownership of the MDS/RAI process

Stable environment focused on quality care, accuracy, and compliance

Positive, team-oriented workplace culture

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Position Overview

As the RN/LPN MDS Coordinator, you will oversee the full Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, ensuring MDS assessments are completed accurately and on time while supporting individualized care planning, regulatory compliance, and reimbursement accuracy.

This position is a great fit for an experienced MDS professional who is organized, deadline-driven, detail-oriented, and committed to clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and ensure timely and accurate completion of MDS assessments

Oversee the RAI process and maintain compliance with applicable requirements

Review clinical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance

Manage MDS transmissions and validate required submissions

Coordinate and participate in interdisciplinary care planning

Monitor Quality Measures (QM) and identify opportunities for improvement

Collaborate closely with nursing, therapy, providers, and facility leadership

Ensure resident care plans accurately reflect individual needs, goals, and services

Support accurate reimbursement through proper assessment and documentation practices

Maintain required MDS documentation and meet established deadlines

Qualifications

Active and unrestricted RN or LPN license

Minimum of 2 years of MDS experience in long-term care or skilled nursing

Strong knowledge of the MDS and RAI process

Experience with care planning and clinical documentation

Knowledge of Medicare reimbursement and applicable long-term care regulations

RAC-CT certification preferred

Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills

Ability to effectively manage multiple deadlines and priorities

Team-oriented approach with a strong commitment to quality resident care

What We Offer

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Competitive pay based on experience

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Same-Day Pay options

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life and disability coverage

Educational assistance and professional development support

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Supportive leadership and a collaborative clinical team

A workplace focused on teamwork, compassion, quality, and employee success

Join the Willow Ridge Team!

At Willow Ridge Rehabilitation & Living Center, we know that strong clinical outcomes begin with a strong team. We're looking for an experienced MDS professional who is ready to bring their knowledge, organization, and commitment to quality to a workplace where their contributions matter.

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