Digital Workbook Included • Step-by-Step Training Videos • Certificate of Completion • MDS Interview Q&A Guide
Created by Shelly Murriel, RN, RAC-CT — Director of Clinical Reimbursement and experienced MDS educator helping nurses learn MDS with confidence, clarity, and real-world guidance.
This training was created for nurses who want to learn MDS in a clear, practical way without feeling overwhelmed by the RAI Manual.
This course is ideal for:
Nurses transitioning into an MDS or reimbursement role
New MDS nurses who need step-by-step guidance
Nurses who want to strengthen their understanding of Section GG, PDPM, care planning, and documentation
Nurses preparing for an MDS interview or new position
Clinical leaders or educators supporting MDS staff onboarding
If you have ever thought, “I need someone to explain MDS in a way that actually makes sense,” this course was created for you.
Get ongoing support, live guidance, and a place to continue learning after the course. Inside the Elite MDS Study Club, you’ll get: Live weekly Zoom sessions Help with real MDS questions and scenarios Ongoing guidance to build your confidence and critical thinking A supportive space to keep learning and growing in your MDS role Live every Saturday at 10 AM EST. If you don’t want to learn MDS alone, this is where your continued support begins.
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A step-by-step training course and workbook designed to help nurses transition into successful MDS careers.
Learn how to become an MDS Nurse with a step-by-step training manual and course created by Director of Clinical Reimbursement Shelly Murriel, RN, RAC-CT.
What You Will Learn in This Course
This course was designed to help you build a strong, practical foundation in MDS so you can feel more confident stepping into the role.
Inside this training, you will learn:
The core purpose of the MDS and why it matters in skilled nursing
How to better understand key sections of the MDS in a beginner-friendly way
Practical guidance on Section GG, PDPM, care planning, documentation, and reimbursement-related concepts
How MDS nurses think through assessments, resident status, and supporting documentation
Real-world insight to help connect the MDS to daily clinical workflow
Foundational knowledge to help you feel more prepared for an MDS role, interview, or onboarding experience
This training was created to make MDS feel less intimidating, more understandable, and more realistic for nurses entering this specialty.
Ashley, LPN-MDS Nurse
"Shelly trained me step-by-step and helped me understand PDPM, care plans, and assessments. Her guidance gave me the confidence to succeed in my MDS role."
Brandon, RN -MDS Coordinator
"Shelly explains MDS in a way that finally makes sense. This training is exactly what new MDS nurses need."
Amicah, LPN- MDS Nurse
"Shelly trained me when I transitioned into my first MDS role. Her step-by-step approach helped me understand the assessment process, documentation, and care planning. I still use what I learned from her every day."
This training was created by Shelly Murriel, RN ,RAC-CT , Director of Clinical Reimbursement, who oversees MDS programs across multiple skilled nursing facilities.
Unlike many online courses, this program is based on real-world experience managing MDS processes, PDPM reimbursement, and clinical documentation in skilled nursing facilities.
You will learn practical strategies used everyday in real MDS roles so you can confidently apply what you learn in your own facility.
This course was designed to simplify complex MDS concepts and provide practical guidance that nurses can immediately apply in their daily work.
Whether you are preparing for your first MDS role or expanding your knowledge , this training provided the foundation needed to succeed.
Why This Training Works
Learn the essential skills and knowledge needed to become a successful MDS nurse
This course provides a step-by-step foundation to help nurses confidently transition into an MDS role
Shelly Murriel, RN, RAC-CT is a Director of Clinical Reimbursement with extensive experience in skilled nursing, reimbursment, PDPM,and MDS coding. Through Elite MDS Training , she teaches nurses how to confidentally transition into the MDS role using practical knowledge from real facilities.