MDS / Care Plan Coordinator

The Madison; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Birkwood Village in Fort Madison, IA is seeking an experienced MDS / Care Plan Coordinator to lead the development and completion of resident assessments (MDS) in accordance with current rules, regulations, and RAI guidelines — directly shaping the quality of care every resident receives.

You will coordinate MDS assessments, ARDs, and timely submissions; stay current on yearly RAI Manual changes, develop and coordinate individualized care plans, and participate in Medicare meetings and QAPI

Qualifications

• Current Iowa RN in good standing.
• Experience with MDS/RAI, PDPM and care plan coordination in a skilled nursing setting.
• Familiarity with PCC or similar EHR/MDS software.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage regulatory deadlines.
• Collaborative, resident-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate MDS assessments, ARDs, and timely submissions; stay current on yearly RAI Manual changes.
• Review census changes, progress notes, and Medicare A documentation to catch significant changes in condition.
• Develop and coordinate individualized care plans, revising them with every assessment or change in resident status.
• Represent nursing at weekly Medicare meetings and monthly/quarterly QAPI meetings.
• Champion patient- and family-centered care, including leading Care Plan Conferences.
• Share in on-call coverage, one weekend out of every four.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Iowa RN license

Tools

PointClickCare (PCC)

Job description

MDS / Care Plan Coordinator
Birkwood Village – Fort Madison, IA

Starting at $45/hour | Full-time | On-call rotation every 4th weekend

Birkwood Village is looking for an experienced MDS / Care Plan Coordinator to join our nursing leadership team. In this role, you’ll lead the development and completion of resident assessments (MDS) in accordance with current rules, regulations, and RAI guidelines — directly shaping the quality of care every resident receives.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate MDS assessments, ARDs, and timely submissions; stay current on yearly RAI Manual changes
• Review census changes, progress notes, and Medicare A documentation to catch significant changes in condition
• Develop and coordinate individualized care plans, revising them with every assessment or change in resident status
• Represent nursing at weekly Medicare meetings and monthly/quarterly QAPI meetings
• Champion patient- and family-centered care, including leading Care Plan Conferences
• Share in on-call coverage, one weekend out of every four

Ready to bring your MDS expertise to Birkwood Village?

Requirements

• Current Iowa RN in good standing
• Experience with MDS/RAI, PDPM, and care plan coordination in a skilled nursing setting preferred
• Familiarity with PointClickCare (PCC) or similar EHR/MDS software a plus
• Strong organizational skills and comfort managing regulatory deadlines
• A collaborative, resident‑first mindset

Contact Information

Birkwood Village is an equal opportunity employer.