About This Position
Regional MDS Coordinator (RN)
Cottonwood Healthcare | Nebraska Region
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Omaha, NE (Regional Travel Required)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, with flexibility based on facility needs
Cottonwood Healthcare is seeking an experienced and motivated Regional MDS Coordinator (RN) to support our skilled nursing facilities throughout Nebraska.
This position is ideal for a highly organized, knowledgeable, and results-driven MDS professional who enjoys developing teams, improving reimbursement accuracy, and supporting clinical excellence.
As the Regional MDS Coordinator, you will work closely with facility MDS Coordinators, Directors of Nursing, Administrators, and regional leadership to ensure accurate resident assessments, timely MDS submissions, regulatory compliance, and appropriate reimbursement.
We are looking for someone who can provide hands-on support, identify opportunities for improvement, and help establish consistent MDS practices across our facilities.
Key Responsibilities
MDS Oversight & Compliance
Oversee and support the MDS process across multiple skilled nursing facilities.
Ensure timely and accurate completion and submission of MDS assessments in accordance with CMS and state regulations.
Monitor assessment schedules, completion rates, and outstanding MDS requirements.
Conduct routine audits to identify opportunities for improved accuracy and compliance.
Support facilities during state surveys, audits, and regulatory reviews.
Reimbursement & Case Mix Optimization
Review MDS assessments to ensure accurate documentation and appropriate reimbursement under PDPM and Medicaid case mix methodologies, as applicable.
Identify opportunities to improve reimbursement accuracy through proper clinical documentation and assessment coding.
Collaborate with nursing, therapy, billing, and business office teams to support accurate reimbursement.
Monitor reimbursement trends and identify opportunities for improvement.
Assist with Medicare and Medicaid documentation reviews and audits.
Training & Team Development
Train, mentor, and support facility-level MDS Coordinators.
Provide education on MDS 3.0, RAI Manual requirements, PDPM, Section GG, and other assessment-related regulations.
Assist with onboarding and training new MDS staff.
Develop standardized processes and best practices across the region.
Provide hands-on MDS support when facilities experience staffing shortages or operational challenges.
Regional Collaboration
Partner with Administrators, Directors of Nursing, and regional leadership to improve clinical documentation and reimbursement performance.
Participate in regional meetings and facility performance reviews.
Help identify trends, develop corrective action plans, and implement sustainable improvements.
Promote effective communication between nursing, therapy, social services, and interdisciplinary teams.
Qualifications
Required:
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Nebraska, or a multistate license with appropriate Nebraska practice privileges.
Minimum 3 years of MDS experience in a skilled nursing facility.
Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI Manual, PDPM, and Medicare reimbursement requirements.
Experience using PointClickCare or similar electronic medical record systems.
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to travel regularly between facilities throughout Nebraska.
Preferred:
Previous Regional MDS Coordinator or multi-facility oversight experience.
RAC-CT certification.
Experience training and developing facility MDS teams.
Strong understanding of Medicaid case mix reimbursement and SNF financial performance.
Experience with MDS auditing, reimbursement analysis, and quality improvement initiatives.
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off.
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Supportive regional leadership team.
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact across multiple skilled nursing facilities.
Why Join Cottonwood Healthcare?
At Cottonwood Healthcare, we believe strong clinical systems, accurate reimbursement, and effective leadership are essential to delivering exceptional resident care.
Our Nebraska region continues to grow, and we are committed to providing our facilities with the tools, education, and resources necessary to succeed.
As our Regional MDS Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to directly influence facility performance, develop talented MDS teams, and establish best practices across the region.
If you are an experienced MDS professional looking to take the next step in your career and make an impact beyond a single facility, we encourage you to apply!
Apply today to join the Cottonwood Healthcare team!
Pay: $90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Cottonwood Healthcare | Nebraska Region
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Omaha, NE (Regional Travel Required)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, with flexibility based on facility needs
Cottonwood Healthcare is seeking an experienced and motivated Regional MDS Coordinator (RN) to support our skilled nursing facilities throughout Nebraska.
This position is ideal for a highly organized, knowledgeable, and results-driven MDS professional who enjoys developing teams, improving reimbursement accuracy, and supporting clinical excellence.
As the Regional MDS Coordinator, you will work closely with facility MDS Coordinators, Directors of Nursing, Administrators, and regional leadership to ensure accurate resident assessments, timely MDS submissions, regulatory compliance, and appropriate reimbursement.
We are looking for someone who can provide hands-on support, identify opportunities for improvement, and help establish consistent MDS practices across our facilities.
Key Responsibilities
MDS Oversight & Compliance
Oversee and support the MDS process across multiple skilled nursing facilities.
Ensure timely and accurate completion and submission of MDS assessments in accordance with CMS and state regulations.
Monitor assessment schedules, completion rates, and outstanding MDS requirements.
Conduct routine audits to identify opportunities for improved accuracy and compliance.
Support facilities during state surveys, audits, and regulatory reviews.
Reimbursement & Case Mix Optimization
Review MDS assessments to ensure accurate documentation and appropriate reimbursement under PDPM and Medicaid case mix methodologies, as applicable.
Identify opportunities to improve reimbursement accuracy through proper clinical documentation and assessment coding.
Collaborate with nursing, therapy, billing, and business office teams to support accurate reimbursement.
Monitor reimbursement trends and identify opportunities for improvement.
Assist with Medicare and Medicaid documentation reviews and audits.
Training & Team Development
Train, mentor, and support facility-level MDS Coordinators.
Provide education on MDS 3.0, RAI Manual requirements, PDPM, Section GG, and other assessment-related regulations.
Assist with onboarding and training new MDS staff.
Develop standardized processes and best practices across the region.
Provide hands-on MDS support when facilities experience staffing shortages or operational challenges.
Regional Collaboration
Partner with Administrators, Directors of Nursing, and regional leadership to improve clinical documentation and reimbursement performance.
Participate in regional meetings and facility performance reviews.
Help identify trends, develop corrective action plans, and implement sustainable improvements.
Promote effective communication between nursing, therapy, social services, and interdisciplinary teams.
Qualifications
Required:
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Nebraska, or a multistate license with appropriate Nebraska practice privileges.
Minimum 3 years of MDS experience in a skilled nursing facility.
Strong knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI Manual, PDPM, and Medicare reimbursement requirements.
Experience using PointClickCare or similar electronic medical record systems.
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to travel regularly between facilities throughout Nebraska.
Preferred:
Previous Regional MDS Coordinator or multi-facility oversight experience.
RAC-CT certification.
Experience training and developing facility MDS teams.
Strong understanding of Medicaid case mix reimbursement and SNF financial performance.
Experience with MDS auditing, reimbursement analysis, and quality improvement initiatives.
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off.
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Supportive regional leadership team.
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact across multiple skilled nursing facilities.
Why Join Cottonwood Healthcare?
At Cottonwood Healthcare, we believe strong clinical systems, accurate reimbursement, and effective leadership are essential to delivering exceptional resident care.
Our Nebraska region continues to grow, and we are committed to providing our facilities with the tools, education, and resources necessary to succeed.
As our Regional MDS Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to directly influence facility performance, develop talented MDS teams, and establish best practices across the region.
If you are an experienced MDS professional looking to take the next step in your career and make an impact beyond a single facility, we encourage you to apply!
Apply today to join the Cottonwood Healthcare team!
Pay: $90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
