Overview Position: MDS Director Location: Long Island State Veterans Home Summary: The MDS Director is responsible for the full Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, regulatory compliance, and high-quality, veteran-centered care. The role collaborates with all clinical disciplines to maintain documentation, care planning, and clinical integrity, and supports reimbursement accuracy. Responsibilities MDS & RAI Process Oversight: Direct and manage all aspects of the MDS 3.0 assessment process (scheduling, completion, submission, and quality audits); ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including CMS RAI Manual requirements and NYS DOH standards; oversee Care Area Assessments (CAAs) and ensure interdisciplinary care plans reflect resident needs, goals, and preferences. Interdisciplinary Team Leadership: Lead and coordinate the interdisciplinary team (IDT) for assessment review, documentation updates, and care planning; facilitate IDT meetings and ensure timely assessment completion and regulatory compliance; collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, social work, dietary, and medical providers to ensure accurate and consistent clinical documentation. Quality Assurance & Compliance: Conduct internal audits of MDS accuracy, documentation quality, and care plan alignment; participate in QAPI initiatives and relevant committees (e.g., Safety Committee, QAPI Steering Committee, Compliance); support survey readiness and participate in NYS DOH surveys and CMS audits. MDS Coding & Reimbursement: Ensure precise MDS coding to support appropriate reimbursement under PDPM; work with finance and billing teams to reconcile assessment data and reimbursement outcomes; monitor discharge tracking, re-entry documentation, and related processes; ensure assessments reflect veterans’ unique clinical and psychosocial needs; incorporate trauma-informed care principles; uphold LISVH’s mission of high-quality care for veterans and their families. Qualifications Required: Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible MDS/Medicare experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility Knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI guidelines, and PDPM Understanding of NYS DOH nursing home regulations Leadership experience with interdisciplinary teams PRI certification and strong attention to detail and accuracy Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to interpret regulatory requirements Proficiency with EHR systems and MDS software Commitment to compassionate, veteran-centered care Preferred Qualifications BSN RAC-CT or RAC-CTA certification Experience in state-operated or veterans’ long-term care Training in trauma-informed care or veteran-specific needs Application Instructions Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application. The posting details and scheduling, including expectations for review dates, are managed per the organization’s standard processes. #J-18808-Ljbffr