MDS Coordinator - RN

Care Initiatives; Waterloo (IA); In loco; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision

403(b) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Descrizione del lavoro

Ravenwood Specialty Care in Waterloo, IA is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as MDS Coordinator. The role involves coordinating MDS assessments, developing care plans with the interdisciplinary team, and ensuring CMS compliance in a 176-bed long-term care community.

You will monitor documentation for accuracy, support care decisions, participate in family communications, and help maintain survey-ready records with on-call responsibilities in a supportive Care Initiatives environment.

Competenze

• RN license valid in Iowa and CPR certification required.
• Knowledge of CMS/state/federal long-term care regulations.
• Desire to learn and grow in a quality-focused clinical team.

Mansioni

• Complete and coordinate accurate MDS assessments.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to update care plans.
• Ensure compliance with CMS/state/federal regulations.
• Monitor and validate clinical documentation for reimbursement and quality.
• Analyze resident data to support care decisions.
• Serve as a resource on MDS processes and documentation standards.
• Participate in care conferences and communicate with residents and families.
• Maintain survey-ready documentation and audit readiness.
• Enforce policies and guide team growth.
• Communicate care needs to residents and families.
• Document care to meet standards.
• Follow infection control and safety protocols.
• Participate in on-call rotation with leadership team.

Conoscenze

MDS coordination

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Formazione

RN license (Iowa)

Descrizione del lavoro

Ravenwood Specialty Care

, a 176-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Waterloo, IA, is now hiring!

MDS Coordinator (RN)

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals during their healthcare journey? If so, join Care Initiatives as a MDS Coordinator (RN), where you will provide comprehensive care that truly matters. With over forty (40) skilled nursing communities across Iowa, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support at every stage of the healthcare journey.

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, 403(b) retirement savings plan, PTO, and more.
• 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!

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

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