Assistant Director of Nursing/ MDS Coordinator

Cassia • Newton, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Newton Village, a Cassia community, is hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing / MDS Coordinator to join our exceptional team! This is a rare opportunity to step into a key clinical leadership role at our award-winning senior living campus, where quality care and strong relationships are at the heart of all we do. Newton Village has been consistently voted one of the best places to work and retire in Jasper County. Our strong staff-to-resident ratio allows us to deliver outstanding care in a supportive, close-knit environment.
As the Assistant Director of Nursing / MDS Coordinator, you will help oversee resident care by supporting nursing operations, coordinating assessments, and assigning tasks within the department. You will also assist on the floor and provide hands-on support as needed in our skilled nursing setting. The ideal candidate has at least one year of nursing experience, with long-term care experience preferred, and thrives in a fast-paced environment with strong multitasking, leadership, and customer service skills.

Requirements

• Must have current IA Registered Nursing license, AANAC certification preferred.
• Minimum of 2+ years’ nursing experience required.
• Experience with MDS preferred.
• Proficient in computer software.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Long-term care experience preferred.
• AANAC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and complete MDS and care planning.
• Manage and assign tasks to nursing staff on the assigned unit.
• Complete all documentation for RAI and MDS assessments and observations.
• Develop initial and temporary care plans.
• Assist Case Manager with Medicare scheduling, monthly billing, charting, and issuing notices of non-coverage.
• Document and maintain paperwork, referral records, and reports.
• Work in collaboration with Admissions staff, and Case Manager.
• Display a courteous attitude and respect for all residents, families, and staff.
• Assist on the floor and fill in as needed.
• Perform additional tasks as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
• Discounted meals
• Pet Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees