MDS Coordinator - RN

Care Initiatives • Avoca, IA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Avoca Specialty Care, a 45-bed long-term care skilled nursing community in Avoca, Iowa, is hiring an MDS Coordinator (RN). As part of Care Initiatives, the coordinator provides comprehensive care and supports residents, families, and team members. The role focuses on accurate and timely MDS assessments, individualized care planning, regulatory compliance, clinical documentation, and quality of care. The coordinator also serves as a resource to nursing and clinical staff, supports audit and survey readiness, 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 treating others 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.
• 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 earned pay.

What This Job Offers

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