Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC / MDS Coordinator)

Smartlinx, LLC.; Iowa; On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx

Company-paid group life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Daily Pay

Job summary

Country Lane Manor in Keosauqua, IA is seeking a Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC / MDS Coordinator). This full-time, on-site position focuses on accurate assessments, regulatory compliance, and individualized care planning to ensure high-quality resident care.

Responsibilities include conducting routine MDS assessments, coordinating CAAs and care plans, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, and maintaining accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Iowa.
• Minimum of one year of MDS experience in skilled nursing or long-term care setting.
• Strong knowledge of MDS processes, RAI guidelines, assessment schedules, CAAs, and care planning requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine resident assessments according to schedules and as needed for changes in condition.
• Observe, assess, and communicate changes in resident condition to the interdisciplinary care team.
• Collaborate with Social Services, Activities, Dietary, Therapy, and Nursing to ensure timely completion of assessments, CAAs, and documentation.
• Complete MDS assessments, quarterly reviews, CAAs, and care plans in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Develop, update, and monitor individualized resident care plans based on assessment findings.
• Prepare and distribute the MDS schedule to the interdisciplinary team.
• Transmit MDS data to the state as required and maintain accurate records.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule every 3–4 weeks, including weekend on-call.

Skills

MDS coordination

Nursing assessment

Regulatory compliance

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Job description

Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC / MDS Coordinator)

Country Lane Manor

KEOSAUQUA, IA

Full Time

On-site

About this role

Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC / MDS Coordinator)

Location: Country Lane Manor | Keosauqua, IA
Position Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $40.00–$45.00 per hour
On-Call: 3–4 week call rotation, including weekend on-call

Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of prior MDS experience required

Country Lane Manor is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC / MDS Coordinator) to join our skilled nursing team in Keosauqua, Iowa. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring high-quality resident care through accurate assessments, regulatory compliance, and individualized care planning.

Your Role & Responsibilities

As the RNAC / MDS Coordinator, you will:

Conduct routine resident assessments according to established schedules and as needed for changes in condition, hospital readmissions, and other clinical events.

Accurately observe, assess, and communicate changes in resident condition to the interdisciplinary care team.

Collaborate with Social Services, Activities, Dietary, Therapy, and Nursing to ensure timely completion of assessments, CAAs, and supporting documentation.

Complete MDS assessments, quarterly reviews, CAAs, and care plans in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Develop, update, and monitor individualized resident care plans based on assessment findings.

Prepare and distribute the MDS schedule to the interdisciplinary team.

Transmit MDS data to the state as required and maintain accurate resident assessment records.

Participate in a rotating on-call schedule every 3–4 weeks, including weekend on-call responsibilities.

What We're Looking For

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Iowa.

Minimum of one (1) year of MDS Coordinator or MDS experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.

Strong knowledge of MDS processes, RAI guidelines, assessment schedules, CAAs, and care planning requirements.

Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.

Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with the interdisciplinary team.

We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

Company-paid group life insurance

Optional voluntary term life insurance

Short-term disability options

401(k) retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including vacation, personal, and sick time

Daily Pay – Access your earned wages as they accrue

Education Assistance

We support your professional growth with:

Up to $5,250 per year in tuition assistance*
OR

Up to $2,625 per year toward repayment of a non-federal nursing student loan*

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