Viera Health and Rehabilitation Center is hiring: MDS Coordinator RN (Registered Nurse) in Melbourne

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: MDS & Assessment Management Coordinate and complete all MDS assessments in accordance with CMS, Medicare, Medicaid, and Florida regulations. Maintain the MDS assessment schedule and ensure timely completion of OBRA and PPS assessments. Conduct resident interviews, chart reviews, and clinical assessments. Submit MDS assessments accurately and within required deadlines. Monitor Assessment Reference Dates (ARDs) and ensure compliance with federal guidelines. Care Planning Develop, implement, and update individualized resident care plans. Coordinate interdisciplinary care plan meetings. Collaborate with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, activities, and medical staff. Ensure care plans reflect resident needs, goals, and services provided. Reimbursement & Compliance Ensure documentation supports Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement. Review clinical records for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance. Monitor PDPM coding and reimbursement opportunities. Participate in audits, quality assurance activities, and regulatory surveys. Assist with survey preparation and plan-of-correction activities as needed. Quality Assurance Conduct routine chart audits. Track quality measures and clinical outcomes. Identify documentation deficiencies and implement corrective actions. Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs. Education & Leadership Educate nursing staff regarding MDS documentation requirements and regulatory changes. Serve as a resource for MDS, RAI, Medicare, Medicaid, and PDPM questions. Assist with orientation and training of clinical staff.

Qualifications: Required Current Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Minimum 1–2 years of skilled nursing or long-term care experience. Experience with MDS 3.0, RAI process, and Medicare/Medicaid regulations. Knowledge of PDPM reimbursement methodology. Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR).PreferredRAC-CT certification or willingness to obtain. Previous MDS Coordinator experience in a skilled nursing facility. Experience with Florida AHCA regulations and survey process. Skills & Competencies Strong knowledge of CMS regulations and reimbursement systems. Excellent assessment and clinical documentation skills. Attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Effective communication and interdisciplinary collaboration. Ability to analyze clinical data and identify reimbursement opportunities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employerhttps://www.eeoc.gov/posterOur facility uses the Florida Background Screening Clearinghouse, 435.12, Florida Statutes. Learn more athttps://info.flclearinghouse.com#INDNURSE