MDS Coordinator RN - Impactful Care & Growth (PTO, Tuition)

Care Initiatives; Avoca (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Care Initiatives is seeking a compassionate MDS Coordinator (RN) to drive accurate MDS assessments, care planning, and regulatory compliance across our communities. As a registered nurse, you will partner with cross-functional teams to support residents and families with dignity.

You’ll influence quality measures, ensure CMS/state adherence, and mentor staff on documentation. Join a mission-driven organization offering competitive pay, robust benefits, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in good standing; license must be Iowa state valid or activation possible.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
• Desire to learn and grow as part of a quality clinical team.
• Empathy, respect, patience, and discretion in care.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

Regulatory knowledge

Empathy & patient care

Willingness to learn

Job description

Care Initiatives is seeking a compassionate MDS Coordinator (RN) to drive accurate MDS assessments, care planning, and regulatory compliance across our communities. As a registered nurse, you will partner with cross-functional teams to support residents and families with dignity.

You’ll influence quality measures, ensure CMS/state adherence, and mentor staff on documentation. Join a mission-driven organization offering competitive pay, robust benefits, and ongoing training.