MDS Coordinator

Career Strategies; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Strategies is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator in Dubuque, IA to lead the MDS process for residents, performing comprehensive health assessments and developing individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. The role emphasizes accuracy in documentation and staying current with regulatory changes.

The position requires RN or LPN licensure, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as RN or LPN.
• 2
• Knowledge of MDS process and regulations.
• 3
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• 3
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• 3
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• 2
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems preferred.
• 3

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Minimum Data Set (MDS) process for residents in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
• 2
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' health status and care needs.
• 2
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
• 2
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of MDS assessments and documentation.
• 2
• Stay updated on changes in regulations and requirements related to MDS.
• 2
• Train and educate staff on MDS processes and documentation standards.
• 2
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and audits.
• 2
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals.
• 2

Skills

MDS process knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Documentation accuracy

Staff training

Quality improvement

Education

RN or LPN licensure

Tools

Electronic health record systems

Job description

• Coordinate the Minimum Data Set (MDS) process for residents in accordance with regulatory guidelines
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' health status and care needs
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of MDS assessments and documentation
• Stay updated on changes in regulations and requirements related to MDS
• Train and educate staff on MDS processes and documentation standards
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and audits.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals

Requirements:

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or LPN
• Previous experience as an MDS Coordinator preferred.
• Knowledge of MDS process and regulations
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems preferred