MDS Coordinator Nurse RN or LVN
- LPN / LVN license
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Staffing at The Plaza at Lubbock, by Medicare's record
One nurse aide on duty for every 10.9 residents at an average hour (Texas's middle home: 12.2); 59.4% of its nursing staff left in a year (Texas: 50.2%); Medicare staffing rating 2 of 5. From what the home reports to Medicare from its payroll (Oct 2026); day shifts have more aides than nights. Its staffing in full.
What Texas law requires of the employer
- Nurse staffing committee or plan: Texas hospitals must keep a nurse staffing committee, at least 60 percent direct care nurses, that recommends the nurse staffing plan. Tex. Health & Safety Code § 257.004(a) (source: Tex. Health & Safety Code § 257.004(a))
- Limits on mandatory overtime: Hospitals may not require nurses to work mandatory overtime or use on-call time as a substitute, with exceptions for disasters, declared emergencies, unforeseen events and procedures in progress (covers registered and vocational nurses in hospitals). Tex. Health & Safety Code § 258.003 (source: Tex. Health & Safety Code § 258.003)
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About the job
MDS Coordinator (RN or LVN)
The Plaza at Lubbock
Lubbock, TX
The Plaza at Lubbock in Lubbock, TX has opportunities for MDS Coordinator (RN or LVN) to join our team! A rewarding career is waiting for you at a great facility that specializes in rehabilitative care! If you are a (RN or LVN) with looking for a new opportunity, look no further.
As the MDS Coordinator (RN or LVN) your focus will be Medicaid and Medicare reimbursement. You will be responsible for the coordination and completion of clinical assessments, supporting documentation, care planning, and transmitting MDS 3.0, all as required by federal and state regulations. You will participate in and direct the delivery of patient care in accordance with facility clinical systems, regulatory requirements, and physician orders. You will be responsible for ensuring that the highest quality services are delivered in a customer-service-friendly environment.
You will play a key role in creating a positive patient experience by providing quality compassionate healthcare. Come be a key part of our mission to provide superior clinical care, rehabilitation, wellness, and supportive services that meet the wants, needs, and expectations of our patients and residents.
At The Plaza at Lubbock in Lubbock, TX we offer competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, holiday pay, paid time off, employee appreciation events and much more. Don’t miss out on this exciting nursing opportunity. We look forward to you joining our team!
MDS Coordinator Responsibilities
- Maintaining MDS/Care plan schedule for interdisciplinary team
- Coordinating preparation of MDS and Care Plan as per regulatory requirements
- Tracking Medicare resident benefit days, validating daily Medicare census, and coordinating this information with management to assure accurate billing
- Completing responses to requests for additional information from the intermediary and appeals decisions, when necessary, within established time frames
- Ensuring preparation of Medicare denial letters for each resident discharged from Medicare coverage within time limits imposed by Medicare guidelines
- Participating in the ongoing evaluation of documentation required for Medicaid reimbursement
MDS Coordinator Requirements
- Current RN or LVN license in the state of practice
- 2+ years of experience in skilled nursing facility with previous experience in completing MDS’s and Care Plans as an MDS Coordinator
- Demonstrated proficiency in the RAI / PPS processes
- Strong attention to detail, documentation, and resident assessment skills
- Good communication, clerical, organizational, and computer skills
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Supplemental Voluntary Benefits
- Paid Time Off with Cash-Out and Donation Options
- Paid Holidays
- Pay on Demand - Payday Advance
- Gym Membership and Fitness Program Discounts
- Employee Discounts on Everyday Purchases and Services
- Access to Automobile and Home Insurance Marketplace
From The Plaza at Lubbock's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About The Plaza at Lubbock
The Plaza at Lubbock is a 132 (source: Medicare Care Compare: The Plaza at Lubbock)-bed nursing home in Lubbock, TX, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for nurses and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: The Plaza at Lubbock
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