RN MDS Coordinator: Impactful Care & Compliance Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Digital Wallet Access

Job summary

Care Initiatives in Iowa is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator (RN) to coordinate comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans for residents across our skilled nursing communities. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, ensure CMS and state compliance, and support reimbursement and quality measures through accurate documentation.

You will guide nursing staff on MDS processes, participate in care conferences, and help maintain audit-ready records.

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.

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.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RN) license

CPR Certification

Education

RN licensure in Iowa

Job description

Care Initiatives in Iowa is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator (RN) to coordinate comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans for residents across our skilled nursing communities. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, ensure CMS and state compliance, and support reimbursement and quality measures through accurate documentation.

You will guide nursing staff on MDS processes, participate in care conferences, and help maintain audit-ready records.