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Job description
MDS Director (RN/LPN)
Facility: Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation
Location: Melbourne, FL
Schedule: Full-Time | Tuesday–Friday | 10-hour shifts | 6:00 AM–4:30 PM
Compensation: $83,200–$95,680 per year, based on experience
Join Our Leadership Team
Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced and highly organized MDS Director (RN/LPN) to lead our facility’s MDS program and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant assessments and documentation.
This is a key leadership position responsible for supporting clinical documentation, care planning, regulatory compliance, and appropriate reimbursement while working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to promote excellent resident outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all MDS assessments and supporting documentation
Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations, including Medicare and PDPM requirements
Conduct comprehensive resident assessments and interviews
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care plans for short-term and long-term residents
Lead and participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings
Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, therapists, specialists, residents, and families to support positive resident outcomes
Provide leadership, guidance, and education to nursing staff
Conduct in-service training related to MDS, RAPS, triggers, PDPM, Medicare guidelines, and care planning
Maintain and manage MDS and care plan schedules for all residents
Monitor assessment and documentation processes to ensure regulatory compliance and timely completion
Partner with facility leadership and interdisciplinary departments to identify opportunities for improved clinical outcomes and documentation
Qualifications
Active, unencumbered Florida RN or LPN license
Minimum 2 years of MDS Coordinator experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility
Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0, PDPM, Medicare regulations, and care planning
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and time-management skills
Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy and regulatory compliance
Experience working effectively with interdisciplinary teams
Benefits
Medical & Dental Coverage
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Recognition Program
Supportive, team-oriented work environment
Company perks and employee discounts
Why Join Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation?
At Melbourne Healthcare and Rehabilitation, we are committed to clinical excellence, teamwork, and compassionate resident care . As our MDS Director, you will play an important leadership role in ensuring quality clinical documentation, regulatory compliance, and positive outcomes for our residents.
If you are an experienced RN or LPN with strong MDS and PDPM knowledge and are ready to take the next step in your career.
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Worksite address
melbourne, FL, 32935, US
Who can apply
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