MDS Director (Lead) in Jacksonville, Florida at

FIVE POINTS HEALTH CARE GROUP

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FIVE POINTS HEALTH CARE GROUP

Jacksonville, Florida, 32099, United States Posted on October 23, 2026 New job! Apply early to increase your chances of getting hired.

Job Description Description:

Position Purpose:

The purpose of this position is to coordinate and direct resident assessments for the facility. Additionally, performs resident assessments of physical and mental function and documents data on minimum data set forms completely and accurately; documents all additional assessments required completely and accurately; and determines appropriate referrals to other health care professionals; and uses the resident assessment protocols to determine whether to proceed or not proceed. None-directs and coordinates the work of one or more MDS Coordinator(s) Essential Job Functions

• Principal Accountabilities:

• Ensure MDS assessments are conducted and implemented for all residents.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate the work of one or more MDS Coordinator(s).
• Serve as the facility Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the MDS program.
• Interview residents, residents' representatives and others with information related to the minimum data set assessment.
• Examine residents to collect information related to the minimum data set assessment.
• Collect all data necessary to complete minimum data set forms and related documentation.
• Create and maintain records of MDS assessments.
• Work with nursing, Therapy, nutrition, etc., to ensure care plan guidelines for each resident are followed, and compliant with ethical standards and Medicare requirements.
• Responsible for setting Resource Utilization Group (RUG) levels for each resident and ensuring the facility is getting accurate, and maximum, reimbursement.
• Make appropriate referrals to other health care professionals.
• Participate and/or conduct interdisciplinary meetings.
• Assure resident safety through strict adherence to protocols, policies, and procedures, open communication with residents, supervisors, and coworkers, and careful observation of residents, equipment, and environmental conditions. Other Job Functions
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Requirements Education:

Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, or equivalent is required. Completion of accredited MDS certification course is desirable.

Experience:

Experience performing the essential functions of the position is desirable.

Certification/License:

Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing is required. Candidates are required to attain and maintain CPR certification within 90 days after hire. State background check standards must be maintained as a condition of continued employment in accordance with Florida Statutes Chapters 435 and 408.809 and Florida Administrative Code 59A-35.090. Scan to Apply Just scan this QR code to apply from your phone. Fast Easy Apply on the go Scan to Apply Not ready to apply yet? Enter your email and we'll send you a reminder to come back and apply. Remind Me Later Explore Related Opportunities Administrative Services and Facilities Managers jobs near me in Florida Jobs near me in Florida Administrative Services and Facilities Managers jobs Job Location Jacksonville, Florida, 32099, United States Frequently asked questions about this position Similar Jobs In Jacksonville, Florida Hot Job CFSR

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