MDS Coordinator RN LPN

MDS Coordinator (RN/LPN)

At Harbor Village, we are dedicated to creating an environment where residents feel valued, supported, and cared for with dignity and respect. Our team is driven by collaboration, clinical excellence, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate MDS Coordinator to join our clinical leadership team.

Position Summary

The MDS Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process to ensure timely and accurate completion of MDS assessments in accordance with Medicare, Medicaid, OBRA, and Managed Care requirements.

This role plays a critical part in supporting clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and appropriate reimbursement, while ensuring each resident receives individualized, high-quality care.

Qualifications:

• Active RN or LPN license in the state of Connecticut

• Minimum of 1 year of experience with MDS, PDPM, and OBRA assessments

• Strong understanding of Medicare and Managed Care documentation requirements

• Knowledge of reimbursement systems and regulatory compliance

• Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills

• Commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and complete the MDS/RAI process in compliance with federal and state regulations

• Perform initial and ongoing resident assessments to support individualized care planning

• Develop and update comprehensive care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team

• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all MDS submissions

• Monitor clinical documentation to support appropriate reimbursement under PDPM

• Partner with nursing, therapy, and administrative teams to drive quality outcomes

• Track assessment schedules and maintain compliance with required timelines

• Participate in care plan meetings and effectively communicate resident needs and goals

• Stay current with regulatory changes and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance

• Participate in Manager on Duty (MOD) rotation as part of the leadership team, with no nursing on-call requirement

Why Join Harbor Village:

• Supportive, team-oriented environment focused on collaboration and respect

• Opportunity to be part of a growing and mission-driven healthcare network

• Meaningful role impacting resident outcomes and quality of care

• The leadership team is committed to professional growth and development

• Competitive compensation and benefits package