MDS Coordinator - RN

Care Initiatives • Corning, IA

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About The Position

Care Initiatives is hiring an MDS Coordinator (RN) for Corning Specialty Care, a 40-bed long-term care skilled nursing community in Corning, Iowa. The MDS Coordinator completes and coordinates resident assessments, helps develop individualized care plans, and supports compliance with long-term care regulations. The role works with residents, families, and interdisciplinary clinical teams to promote quality care, accurate documentation, and sound clinical decision-making. It also supports audit and survey readiness, guides staff on MDS processes, and participates in an on-call rotation with other leadership team members.

Requirements

• Valid RN license in good standing, valid in Iowa or able to be activated in Iowa.
• Current, valid CPR certification.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
• Desire to learn and grow as part of a quality-focused clinical team.
• Commitment to helping others and 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 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.
• Participate in an on-call rotation with other members of the leadership team.

Benefits

• Competitive wage.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• PTO.
• Tuition reimbursement and company-paid training and education.
• Digital wallet access to pay as earnings accrue.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed