MDS Coordinator RN - Lead Care Quality & Compliance

Care Initiatives; Dubuque, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Referral Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Digital Wallet Access

Job summary

Dubuque Specialty Care, part of the Care Initiatives family, is seeking a skilled MDS Coordinator at its Dubuque, IA location. The role focuses on accurate MDS assessments and coordinated care planning to support high-quality resident care.

As an RN with Iowa licensure and CPR, you will ensure regulatory compliance, guide documentation, and support a survey-ready environment while partnering with families and the clinical team to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current, valid RN license in good standing (Iowa).
• Current CPR certification.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
• Desire to learn and grow as part of a quality-focused clinical team.
• Strong commitment to empathy, respect, patience and discretion.

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 personal and team growth.
• Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care needs.

Skills

CPR Certification

Regulatory knowledge

Empathy & communication

Team leadership

RN license

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

Dubuque Specialty Care, part of the Care Initiatives family, is seeking a skilled MDS Coordinator at its Dubuque, IA location. The role focuses on accurate MDS assessments and coordinated care planning to support high-quality resident care.

As an RN with Iowa licensure and CPR, you will ensure regulatory compliance, guide documentation, and support a survey-ready environment while partnering with families and the clinical team to optimize outcomes.