MDS Director (RN)
Company: The Pines at Utica Center for Nursing & Rehabi
Location: Sauquoit
Posted on: February 6, 2026
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Job Description:
-: A Great Place to Work The Pines at Utica is a proud affiliate
of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to
Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will
be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the
lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will
enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams
you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career
growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and
appreciated. We invite you to join our team! -: Salary Range:
$90,000 to $95,000/year Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 AM to
4:30 PM What You'll Do: As an MDS Director , you will manage the
Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments necessary for developing
personalized resident care plans and the capture of clinical
reimbursement for services provided. You will ensure the highest
level of revenue integrity and compliance to all state and federal
regulations for MDS completion and coding conventions. Key
Responsibilities: Lead and oversee the MDS program, ensuring
compliance and accuracy in assessments Determine the Patient-Driven
Payment Method (PDPM) and the expense associated with a potential
admission Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores, looking for
potential risks and/or changes that may affect reimbursement
Coordinate and participate in comprehensive resident assessments
and care planning Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to
ensure accurate 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 to optimize reimbursement Drive a culture
of continuous improvement and innovation in nursing care If you are
passionate about ensuring exceptional resident care through
accurate, detailed assessments and documentation, consider this
exceptional opportunity. Join our team as an MDS Director in an
organization where your expertise and dedication are valued and
appreciated. -: What We Offer As an affiliate of National Health
Care, our Utica team enjoys: Competitive compensation and benefits
package Comprehensive training and mentorship Opportunities for
professional growth and development Supportive and collaborative
work environment The chance to make a meaningful difference in the
lives of our residents Rate of Pay: USD $90,000.00 - USD $95,000.00
/Yr. -: What You'll Bring: Qualifications of the MDS Director
include: Valid New York State RN license Advanced degree or
certification preferred Direct care in a long-term care setting
and/or MDS Coordinator experience required Proficient in state and
federal regulations governing the MDS and billing process Knowledge
and understanding of Electronic Medical Record (EMR), PDP, MDS 3.0,
Medicaid, and Medicare requirements Interest in the nursing needs
of the aged and the chronically ill, with the ability to work with
both Deadline-driven, exceptionally detail-oriented individual with
strong organizational skills, analytical capabilities, and the
ability to make decisions independently Excellent written and
verbal communication and interpersonal abilities Ability to work
effectively and influence others in a multidisciplinary team
environment -: We Hire for Heart! National Health Care Associates
(National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984.
Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common
values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our
centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term
rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including
several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join
the team at a National center, you join a team that provides
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, veteran status.
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