A Great Place to Work Riverside is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we believe you will thrive in our environment. Your role will be meaningful, allowing you to make a genuine impact in the lives of our aging residents and their families. You will build lasting bonds with the families you serve and the teams you collaborate with. With us, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication are acknowledged and appreciated. We invite you to join our team! MDS Director Experience Required $1500 Sign-On Bonus! What You'll Do: As an MDS Director, you will play a pivotal role in managing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, which are crucial for creating personalized care plans and securing proper reimbursement for services provided. You will ensure top-notch revenue integrity and full compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding MDS completion and coding standards. Key Responsibilities: Lead and supervise the MDS program, ensuring compliance and accuracy in assessments. Determine Patient Driven Payment Method (PDPM) and associated costs for potential admissions. Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores, identifying risks or changes that might impact reimbursement. Possibly train, mentor, and manage MDS Coordinators, providing essential guidance and support. Coordinate and take part in comprehensive resident assessments and care planning. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure precise data collection for assessments. Provide insights and ongoing education to facility staff and leaders. Track, trend, and analyze assessment data to confirm compliance and identify strategic opportunities for reimbursement optimization. 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, consider this outstanding opportunity. Join us as an MDS Director in an organization where your expertise and commitment are truly valued. What We Offer: As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Riverside team enjoys: Competitive compensation and benefits package, including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan. Comprehensive training and mentoring. Opportunities for professional development and growth. A supportive and collaborative work atmosphere. The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. What You'll Bring: Qualifications for the MDS Director include: Valid state RN license preferred. Advanced degree or certification preferred. Experience in direct care within a long-term care setting and/or as an MDS Coordinator required. Proficiency in state and federal regulations governing the MDS and billing processes. Knowledge of Electronic Medical Record (EMR), PDP, MDS 3.0, and Medicaid/Medicare requirements. Genuine interest in the nursing needs of the aged and chronically ill. Detail-oriented with strong organizational, analytical, and independent decision-making skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and influence others positively. We Hire for Heart! National Health Care Associates is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Each of our centers is unique yet shares core values of Kindness, Service, Compassion, and Excellence. Today, we include over 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care, with several recognized as Best Of by US News & World Report. When you join a National center, you become part of a team dedicated to delivering life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.