MDS Coordinator - RN

Care Initiatives•Osceola, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

MDS Coordinator (RN) Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals during their healthcare journey? If so, join Care Initiatives as a MDS Coordinator (RN), where you will provide comprehensive care that truly matters. With over forty (40) skilled nursing communities across Iowa, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support at every stage of the healthcare journey. As a MDS Coordinator on our team, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills and demonstrate your compassion, positively influencing the lives of our residents and team members. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our residents, their loved ones, and our team members.

Requirements

Valid RN license in good standing. License must be valid within the state of Iowa, or ability to activate.
Current, valid CPR Certification.
Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
A desire to learn and grow as part of a quality focused clinical team.
A strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Responsibilities

Complete and coordinate accurate, timely MDS assessments to evaluate resident clinical and functional needs.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and update individualized care plans.
Ensure compliance with CMS, state, and federal long-term care regulations.
Monitor and validate clinical documentation to support accurate reimbursement and quality measures.
Analyze resident data and trends to support care quality and clinical decision-making.
Serve as a resource to nursing and clinical staff on MDS processes and documentation standards.
Participate in care conferences and support communication with residents and families.
Support audit readiness and maintain survey-ready documentation at all times.
Enforce policies and guide the team, fostering both personal and team growth.
Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care needs.
Document care accurately to meet clinical, regulatory, and facility standards.
Follow infection control, safety, and compliance protocols at all times.
Participate in an on-call rotation with other members of the leadership team.