Join Our Team and Make a Difference! At Riverside, a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates, we celebrate our status as a Certified Great Place to Work. We believe that your work will have significant meaning, making a difference in the lives of our aging guests and their families. You will forge lasting relationships with those you serve and with your colleagues, while experiencing career growth where your expertise is truly valued. We invite you to become a part of our dedicated team! MDS Director - Experience Required $1500 Sign-On Bonus! Your Impact: As the MDS Director, you will play a crucial role in managing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments essential for developing individualized resident care plans and ensuring accurate clinical reimbursement for services provided. Your leadership will uphold the highest standards of revenue integrity while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Key Responsibilities: Lead the MDS program, guaranteeing compliance and accuracy in assessments. Analyze Patient Driven Payment Method (PDPM) and associated expenses for potential admissions. Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores to identify risks that may impact reimbursement. Train and mentor MDS Coordinators, providing support and guidance. Facilitate comprehensive resident assessments and care planning. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for accurate data collection. Provide ongoing education to facility staff and leadership. Track and analyze assessment data to ensure compliance and identify opportunities for optimizing reimbursement. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in nursing care. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional resident care through meticulous assessments and documentation, this role is for you. Join us as an MDS Director in an organization that appreciates your dedication and expertise! What We Offer: Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan. Extensive training and mentorship for professional development. A supportive and collaborative work environment. The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in residents' lives. Your Qualifications: Valid state RN license is preferred. Advanced degree or certification is preferred. Experience in direct care within a long-term care setting or as an MDS Coordinator is required. Strong understanding of state and federal regulations governing MDS and billing processes. Familiarity with Electronic Medical Records (EMR), MDS 3.0, Medicaid, and Medicare requirements. Genuine interest in the nursing needs of the elderly and chronically ill. Detail-oriented person with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work independently. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to effectively collaborate and influence in a multidisciplinary team environment. We Hire for Heart! As a family-run organization since 1984, National Health Care Associates prides itself on its shared values of Kindness, Service, Compassion, and Excellence. Our centers, which include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care, have been recognized as 'Best Of' by US News & World Report. Joining our team means providing life-changing care to thousands in a Great Place to Work Certified environment. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.