MDS Coordinator RN

Iowa Health Care; Knoxville (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits package

Referral bonus program

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Care Initiatives in Knoxville, IA is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator to drive high-quality resident assessments and care planning. You will coordinate MDS processes, ensure regulatory compliance, and support reimbursement integrity while guiding nursing and clinical staff.

Ideal candidates bring an active RN license and CPR certification, with a strong commitment to empathy, accuracy, and teamwork in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• RN license must be valid in the state of Iowa.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations required.
• Desire to learn and grow as part of a quality-focused clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Complete and coordinate accurate, timely MDS assessments.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, state, and federal long-term care regulations.
• Monitor and validate clinical documentation for reimbursement and quality measures.
• Analyze resident data to support clinical decision-making.
• Serve as a resource on MDS processes and documentation standards.
• Participate in care conferences and communicate with residents and families.
• Support audit readiness and maintain survey-ready documentation.

Education

RN license

CPR Certification

Job description

Make a Difference Every Day Join Care Initiatives in this key MDS Coordinator role!

Join our compassionate care team across more than 40 skilled nursing communities throughout Iowa.If you’re a dedicated and empathetic caregiver looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others during their healthcare journey, this is your opportunity to shine.

What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities:

Complete and coordinate accurate, timely MDS assessments to evaluate resident 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 at all times.
Enforce policies and guide the team, fostering both 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 at all times.
Participate in an on-call rotation with other members of the leadership team.

Qualifications:

Valid RN license in good standing. License must be valid within the state of Iowa, or ability to activate.
Current, valid CPR Certification.
Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
A desire to learn and grow as part of a quality focused clinical team.
A strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.
Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more.
Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.
Tuition Reimbursement:Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn no more waiting for payday!

Start Your Journey with Us

1904 West Howard Street
Knoxville, IA 50138