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MDS Specialist

Corewell Health
United States, Michigan, Grand Rapids
Feb 27, 2026
Job Summary Responsible for accurate timely completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) and Care Area Assessment (CAA), collaborating with Staff Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants and the interdisciplinary team on the assessment process and development of Resident MDS/Care Plans. Essential Functions Establishes weekly MDS schedules and care conference calendars making adjustments as needed. Ensures timely completion of the CAA by the interdisciplinary team, collaborates with interdisciplinary team on CAA and care planning process, and identifies significant changes in Resident status. Monitors accuracy of MDS items completed by other departments. Performs assessments on Residents for MDS CAA. Participates in ongoing team conferences and daily clinical round meetings. Monitors Medicare Part A coverage. Informs Social worker of last day of Medicare A coverage. Provides necessary information to the billing department. Performs audits and quality review duties as assigned by the Administrative Director and or the Director of Nursing. Participates in monitoring and quality assurance committee team meetings. Works with the Director of Nursing to provide staff education and competency evaluations. Provides direct care to the Residents as needed. Maintains up to date on changing reforms with MDS and PPS systems. Provides PPS information as needed to team members. Coordinates Resident care plans and communicates changes to the staff. Coordinates discharge teaching with staff. Formulates an individual plan of care, revises plan as indicated by the Resident's response to treatment and evaluates overall plan for effectiveness. Qualifications Required Associate's Degree or equivalent related field LIC-Registered Nurse (RN) - State of Michigan Upon Hire Or LIC-License Practical Nursing (LPN) - State of Michigan Upon Hire CRT-Nurse Assessment Coordinator, Registered (RNAC) - AANAC American Association of Nursing Assessment Coordinators 1 Year required CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 60 Days Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 60 Days Preferred Bachelor's Degree Nursing and MDS process with demonstrated Nursing assessment skills Experience with Prospective Payment System (PPS) How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE - Rehab & Nursing Leffingwell - 1001 Leffingwell Ave NE - Grand Rapids Department Name Nursing Admin - Leffingwell RNC Employment Type Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Days Worked Monday to Friday Weekend Frequency N/A CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.