CareCore Health is seeking an experienced Regional MDS Nurse (RN) to support our skilled nursing facilities throughout the Northern/ Central Ohio region. This is an excellent opportunity for an MDS professional who enjoys combining clinical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and hands-on facility support in a regional role.
The Regional MDS Nurse will partner closely with facility MDS Coordinators, nursing leadership, and administrators to promote accurate assessments, timely completion of the MDS process, appropriate reimbursement, and continued regulatory compliance.
This is a Hybrid position that will require some travel throughout the Northern/Central Ohio areas.
Responsibilities
Provide regional oversight and support for the MDS and RAI process across assigned facilities
Support and mentor facility MDS Coordinators and interdisciplinary teams
Review MDS assessments for accuracy, completeness, and timely submission
Monitor Medicare, Medicaid, PDPM, and reimbursement-related processes
Conduct audits and identify opportunities for improved documentation and coding accuracy
Assist facilities with preparation for surveys and regulatory compliance
Provide education and training related to MDS, RAI, PDPM, and documentation requirements
Collaborate with clinical and operational leadership to improve processes and outcomes
Assist with the interviewing, and selection of facility-level MDS Coordinators.
Travel regularly throughout the Northern Ohio region to provide hands-on facility support
Qualifications
Active Ohio RN license required
Strong MDS experience in a skilled nursing/long-term care setting required
Regional, multi-facility, or MDS leadership experience strongly preferred
RAC-CT or RAC-CTA certification preferred
Strong knowledge of RAI guidelines, PDPM, Medicare/Medicaid regulations, and reimbursement
PointClickCare (PCC) experience required
Strong auditing, organizational, communication, and training skills
Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout Northern Ohio
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off and paid holidays
Mileage reimbursement for regional travel
Continuing education and professional development opportunities
Supportive regional and corporate leadership
Opportunities for career growth within CareCore Health
Employee discount and recognition programs
Why Join CareCore?
We are looking for a knowledgeable, collaborative MDS professional who can serve as a resource to our facility teams while helping ensure strong clinical documentation, compliance, and reimbursement practices. You'll have the opportunity to work directly with leadership and make an impact across multiple CareCore communities.
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