MDS Coordinator - RN

Care Initiatives•Montezuma, IA

10d

About The Position

Care Initiatives is seeking a Registered Nurse to serve as an MDS Coordinator in its skilled nursing communities in Iowa. The role coordinates resident assessments and individualized care planning while supporting clinical quality, regulatory compliance, reimbursement accuracy, and effective communication with residents, families, and care teams. The coordinator also guides 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 helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Responsibilities

Complete and coordinate accurate, timely MDS assessments to evaluate residents’ 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.