RN MDS Coordinator

Healthcare Ascension; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join their skilled nursing team. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on residents' lives by providing compassionate care and ensuring compliance with treatment standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in an interdisciplinary environment, promoting best practices in patient care and regulatory compliance. With a supportive workplace that values military experience, this position not only offers a competitive salary and sign-on bonus but also a range of benefits designed to enhance your career and well-being. Join a mission-driven organization that empowers its associates to make a positive difference in the community.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse licensure required prior to hire.
• Diploma from an accredited nursing school is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Collect data for care plans and ensure patient chart accuracy.
• Maintain knowledge of long-term care regulations and standards.
• Train staff to develop comprehensive care plans for residents.

Skills

Patient Care

Data Collection

Interdisciplinary Teamwork

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing

Registered Nurse licensure

Job description

Details Salary: From $68,000.00 per year Sign-on bonus: $3000 Department: Skilled Nursing Schedule: Full-Time, Days Facility: Saint Joseph Village Location: Freeport, IL Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension. *Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Connect with your Talent Advisor today for additional specifics. Responsibilities Collect data for use in determining care plans, compliance with treatment norms and privacy standards, and in supplying information to third parties. Ensure the accuracy of patient charts and medical data. Work as part of an interdisciplinary team. Maintain current knowledge of federal, state and local standards and regulations for long-term care, such as those for certification, licensure and accreditation, Medicare, and state Medicaid. Participate in all aspects of the CMS survey process including pre-survey preparation, actual survey, and post-survey plan of correction when requested. Promote survey preparedness at all times. Train individuals to develop a comprehensive care plan for facility residents in coordination with the MDS that accurately addresses the needs of residents. Requirements Licensure / Certification / Registration: Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Education: Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire. Additional Preferences No additional preferences. Why Join Our Team Ascension Living is a nationally recognized non-profit senior living provider offering rewarding career opportunities in numerous locations across 11 states and Washington D.C. As part of our Independent Living, Assisted Living, Short-term Rehabilitation, Memory Support or Long-term Care teams, you will be empowered to provide compassionate, personalized care and develop lasting relationships with our residents and their loved ones. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 150,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Ascension Senior Living will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Pay Non-Discrimination Notice Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants. This employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information. E-Verify
Licensure / Certification / Registration: Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Education: Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
Collect data for use in determining care plans, compliance with treatment norms and privacy standards, and in supplying information to third parties. Ensure the accuracy of patient charts and medical data. Work as part of an interdisciplinary team. Maintain current knowledge of federal, state and local standards and regulations for long-term care, such as those for certification, licensure and accreditation, Medicare, and state Medicaid. Participate in all aspects of the CMS survey process including pre-survey preparation, actual survey, and post-survey plan of correction when requested. Promote survey preparedness at all times. Train individuals to develop a comprehensive care plan for facility residents in coordination with the MDS that accurately addresses the needs of residents.