Lutheran Home in Arlington Heights is hiring an RN MDS Coordinator, $87,800–$99,700 a year. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. No weekends, no on-call.
As RN MDS Coordinator, you'll manage the resident assessment process from start to finish, so residents get the right care and the facility gets accurate reimbursement for it. You'll work closely with nursing, therapy, social services, and dietary staff to keep assessments on time and on target.
What you'll do
- Lead the MDS assessment process for your assigned residents
- Review clinical documentation for accuracy before assessments are finalized
- Track assessment deadlines to stay compliant with federal and state rules
- Partner with the care team to build accurate, complete care plans
- Support Medicare, Medicaid, and OBRA assessment requirements
- Conduct chart reviews to catch documentation gaps before they affect reimbursement
- Help prepare for state surveys and support quality improvement work
What you'll need
Required:
- Active RN license in Illinois
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- At least 2 years of MDS 3.0 coordination and case management experience in a skilled nursing, rehab, or post-acute setting
Preferred:
- Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing
- RAC-CT certification, or willingness to earn it within 6 months of hire
Pay and benefits
- $87,800–$99,700 a year, based on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Daily Pay: access part of your paycheck before payday
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement assistance
- Confidential mental health and wellness support through WellBeing
- 24/7 confidential chaplain support
- 365 team member growth program for career development
Schedule
Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. No weekend shifts, no on-call rotation.
You'll be caring for residents at Lutheran Home, a skilled nursing community in Arlington Heights. Apply now and hear back within 48 hours!
Skills Required
- Active Registered Nurse license in Illinois
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program
- At least 2 years of MDS 3.0 coordination and case management experience in a skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or post-acute setting
- Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing
- RAC-CT certification or willingness to earn it within 6 months of hire
What We Do
Lutheran Life Communities is a growing, non-profit organization that has faithfully provided residential options and innovative services for seniors and their families since 1892, empowering vibrant, grace-filled living across the generations.
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