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MDS Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • Healthcare

Are you an experienced MDS Coordinator who takes pride in making a difference in the lives of residents? We want to hear from you!

We are seeking a knowledgeable, motivated, and detail-oriented MDS Coordinator to join a dedicated long-term care team in Chicago, IL. This is an excellent opportunity for an MDS professional who enjoys taking ownership of the assessment and care planning process while working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to support quality resident care.

What You'll Do

  • Coordinate and oversee the timely and accurate completion of MDS assessments in accordance with federal and state regulations.

  • Ensure compliance with CMS guidelines, RAI requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.

  • Develop, review, and maintain individualized resident care plans.

  • Collaborate with nursing leadership, therapy, social services, dietary, and other interdisciplinary team members.

  • Monitor assessment schedules, care plan updates, and submission deadlines.

  • Review documentation for accuracy, completeness, and reimbursement implications.

  • Support quality measures, survey readiness, and ongoing regulatory compliance.

  • Identify opportunities to improve clinical outcomes, documentation, and overall quality of care.

What We're Looking For

  • Current Illinois RN or LPN license.

  • Previous experience as an MDS Coordinator in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.

  • Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI guidelines, PDPM, and CMS regulations.

  • Understanding of Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement.

  • Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.

  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Join a team committed to quality resident care.

  • Take an active role in clinical reimbursement, regulatory compliance, and resident outcomes.

  • Bring your MDS knowledge and experience to a position where your contributions matter.

  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the facility's clinical and operational success.

Ready for your next opportunity? If you're an experienced MDS Coordinator looking for a rewarding position where your expertise is valued, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today!

We are an agency recruiting on behalf of our client. All qualified applicants will be considered in accordance with federal, state, and local Equal Opportunity laws, including those with arrest or conviction records. Any offer of employment and all compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment will be established by the client.