Travel MDS Specialist

WesleyLife•De Witt, IA

43d

About The Position

WesleyLife is revolutionizing the experience of aging by challenging the stigma that aging means decline and promoting the idea that life transitions are opportunities for growth and purpose. Come be a part of the revolution! About the Role: Travel MDS Specialist As a Travel MDS Specialist, you'll play a key role in supporting the health, happiness, and daily experience of the residents at WesleyLife As a Travel MDS Specialist, you will:

Requirements

Must obtain and maintain RAC-CT MDS certification through an accredited organization within one year and recertify every two years to retain the RAC-CT certification.
A minimum of two years' experience in a long-term care setting
Must have at least two years dedicated MDS experience
State of Iowa RN or LPN License

Responsibilities

Responsible for ICD-10 coding.
Set and complete accurate MDS ARDs.
Collaborate with all clinical teams to ensure care plans are accurate and thorough.
Follow corporate guidelines, ethical standards, and federal/state requirements.
Coordinate with the MDS Reimbursement Specialist to ensure: Accurate MDS completion for all WesleyLife communities. Focus on quality measures. Maximized reimbursement.
Fulfill community MDS responsibilities as needed during: Vacancies Vacations Leaves of absence Agency elimination situations where leaders are covering open shifts
Participate continuously in the development and revision of resident care plans in alignment with WesleyLife nursing procedures.
Ensure documentation meets all Federal, State, and Certification guidelines.
Coordinate the RAI process to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of: MDS CAA Comprehensive Care Plans
Perform nursing process activities under RN licensure, including: Assessment Diagnosis (actual or potential health problems) Planning Implementation Evaluation
Manage resident ICD-10 diagnosis coding upon admission and routinely update for resolved or new diagnoses.
Participate in oversight, review, and improvement plans related to Quality Measures.

Benefits

Compensation will be based on years of expereince
DailyPay Access: Get paid when you need it - instantly access your earnings before payday
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k).
Voluntary benefits including life, accident, and critical illness coverage
Scholarship Assistance: Up to $3,000/year
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year
Educational Discounts: 18% off tuition at Purdue University Global
Ongoing leadership training and development pathways
Recognition and appreciation programs that highlight your impact
A workplace culture that prioritizes respect, teamwork, and support