MDS Care Plan Nurse (LPN/RN) – Day Shift, Growth

Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; La Jara (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Career growth

Tuition reimbursement

Benefits package

Leadership support

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in La Jara, CO is hiring an MDS Care Plan Nurse (LPN/RN) to ensure accurate care planning and high-quality outcomes for residents. The role offers full-time daytime hours in a skilled nursing facility.

Candidates must hold an LPN or RN license in CO or a compact state and be prepared to work within regulatory guidelines. The position emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, detailed documentation, and compliant MDS processes, with

Qualifications

• Current LPN or RN license in the State of Colorado or a compact state.
• MDS or care planning experience preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations related to MDS.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent documentation skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration with clinical and administrative teams.
• Compassionate, resident-centered approach to long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Complete timely and accurate MDS assessments in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized resident care plans.
• Monitor care plan implementation and ensure coordination of services.
• Conduct resident interviews and gather comprehensive assessment data.
• Maintain documentation in compliance with regulatory and facility standards.
• Assist with care plan meetings, updates, and communication with residents and families.
• Stay current with changes in MDS guidelines and clinical reimbursement processes.

Skills

MDS planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Resident-centered care

Education

LPN or RN license (CO or compact)

Job description

Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in La Jara, CO is hiring an MDS Care Plan Nurse (LPN/RN) to ensure accurate care planning and high-quality outcomes for residents. The role offers full-time daytime hours in a skilled nursing facility.

Candidates must hold an LPN or RN license in CO or a compact state and be prepared to work within regulatory guidelines. The position emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, detailed documentation, and compliant MDS processes, with