MDS Coordinator

Company Description Complete Care Management is a leading provider of subacute and long-term care, operating skilled nursing facilities across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Midwest. The organization is mission-driven to make every patient, family member, and team member feel like part of a supportive, respectful community. Complete Care is known for improving operations, raising employee morale, and elevating resident care in the facilities it manages, with a leadership team that is hands-on and highly accessible. All senior partners are Licensed Nursing Home Administrators (LNHA), bringing deep expertise in nursing home best practices. Recognized by outlets such as Skilled Nursing News and NJ.com, and by Governor Phil Murphy, Complete Care is committed to streamlined operations that allow more focus on quality care and healing.Role Description This is a full-time, on-site MDS Coordinator role based in Shrewsbury, NJ. The MDS Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and completing resident Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in accordance with federal and state regulations, payer requirements, and facility policies. This role coordinates interdisciplinary care planning, ensuring that assessments accurately reflect residents’ clinical status, functional abilities, and psychosocial needs. Daily tasks include scheduling and tracking MDS assessments, leading or participating in care plan meetings, and collaborating with nursing, therapy, social services, and other disciplines to update care plans. The MDS Coordinator also reviews documentation for accuracy, educates staff on MDS-related requirements, supports reimbursement optimization, and contributes to quality improvement initiatives that enhance resident outcomes.MDS Coordinator-Registered Nurse (RN) Qualifications and Responsibilities: Associates or Bachelor's degree in Nursing Active, unencumbered New Jersey RN license Minimum of 1 year of MDS coordinator experience required for this position. Proven experience as an MDS Coordinator in a long-term care setting. Proficiency in PDPM, quality measures, OBRA scheduling and care planning.Conduct and coordinate the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for residents in accordance with federal and state regulations. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to gather information for comprehensive resident assessments. Ensure accuracy and completeness of MDS assessments to support resident care planning and regulatory compliance. Stay updated on changes in regulations related to MDS assessments and implement necessary adjustments. Actively participate in care planning meetings and contribute to the development of individualized resident care plans. Monitor and track resident progress, updating assessments as needed to reflect changes in health status. Work closely with nursing and administrative staff to facilitate accurate billing and reimbursement processes. Provide education and training to staff on MDS assessment processes and documentation requirements. MDS Coordinator-Registered Nurse (RN) Schedule and Benefits: Schedule: Full Time, 1st shift, Manager on Duty as needed.Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including health, dental, vision and paid time off (PTO)  Opportunities for career advancement