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MDS Coordinator RN - Lakewood Long Term Care - (Mon-Fri, 8a-4:30p)

101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

UH Lakewood Medical Center

Kansas City, Missouri

Long Term Care Unit UHLMC

Full time

8:00AM - 4:30PM

40

The LTC MDS Coordinator RN Supervisor leads and manages the MDS and care planning process to ensure high-quality, compliant care for long-term care residents. This role coordinates interdisciplinary teams, oversees assessments, and ensures accurate documentation in alignment with CMS and state regulations.

If you’re detail-driven, clinically strong, and thrive in a leadership role, this position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on resident outcomes and quality of care.

What You’ll Do

• Complete and oversee comprehensive MDS assessments, including PDPM scheduling and all required screenings

• Develop and maintain individualized care plans with measurable goals

• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely and accurate completion of MDS/CAAs and care plans

• Lead and facilitate care plan and Medicare meetings, including scheduling and communication

• Maintain accurate documentation, charting, and submission of MDS data to state agencies

• Monitor changes in resident condition (weight, falls, medications, infections) and communicate concerns

• Support discharge planning and continuity of care

• Participate in leadership duties including staffing, performance management, and team support

• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and quality improvement initiatives

• Provide supervision and direct care support as needed, including on-call responsibilities

Minimum Requirements

• Registered Nursing degree from an accredited college or university

• Current RN license in the state of Missouri

• Three (3) years of direct care experience, including one (1) year in long-term care with strong clinical assessment and care planning skills

• Knowledge of nursing standards, long-term care regulations, CMS guidelines, MDS/CAAs, and PDPM

• Ability to develop, maintain, and audit care plans, MDS records, and resident documentation

• Ability to support quality outcomes and regulatory compliance

• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and multitasking skills

• Experience organizing healthcare meetings and coordinating interdisciplinary teams

• Proficiency with computer systems used for MDS and care plan documentation

Ready to Lead and Make an Impact?

If you’re a strong clinical leader who’s passionate about quality care and compliance in long-term care, apply today and help shape exceptional outcomes for our residents.