About This Position
MDS Specialist RN - Dunklau Gardens - Full Time - Days - Nebraska Methodist Fremont Dunklau Gardens
Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a detail-oriented healthcare professional to oversee timely and accurate resident assessments and care plans in compliance with federal and state regulations. This role includes identifying resident needs, coordinating interdisciplinary care, supporting communication with families, and managing both clinical and fiscal operations of the nursing department. Is proactive in ensuring regulatory compliance with Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) processes.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Completes and codes MDS assessments accurately per RAI Manual, OBRA, and PPS regulations.
Assesses resident information to identify problems, determine acuity, and guide care planning.
Develops individualized care plans using nursing diagnoses and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Utilizes resident strengths and data to set goals and create effective, outcome-driven plans of care.
Revises care plans as resident conditions change to support optimal health outcomes.
Communicates MDS findings and care needs clearly with interdisciplinary teams and families.
Coordinates timely completion and submission of MDS assessments in compliance with regulatory schedules.
Ensures accurate MDS encoding, transmission, and validation to support billing and regulatory standards.
Uses assessment data to plan for discharge and ensure smooth care transitions.
Reviews and validates MDS coding to ensure compliance and correct reimbursement through PPS.
Location:
Methodist Fremont Health - Dunklau Gardens, 450 E 23rd St. - Fremont, NE
Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8am to 4:30pm routinely, flexibility appreciated
Salary:
Pay starts at $38.00 an hour and may increase based on work history/experience.
Job Requirements:
Graduated from an accredited Diploma School of Nursing/College of Nursing with an Associates of Science Degree in Nursing (ASN) or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, valid compact multistate license, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.
MDS (Minimum Data Set) Coordinator Certification preferred.
Three years of experience in Long Term Care (LTC) required.
Three to Five years previous MDS experience preferred.
Resident Assessment Instrument training preferred.
About Methodist:
Methodist Health System named by Forbes in 2024 as "Nebraska's Best Employer" and "Best Employer for New Graduates"
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Free parking
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
Have you worked for Methodist before?
License/Certification:
Registered Nurse license (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Fremont, NE 68025 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Experience
Nursing, Long term care experience, RN License, Bachelor of Science, BLS Certification, MDS, Long-term care facility experience, Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree, Associate Degree in Nursing, Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
Benefits
Free parking, Health insurance, Dental insurance, 401(k), Tuition reimbursement, Paid time off, Employee assistance program, Vision insurance, 401(k) matching, Life insurance, Referral program
