RN MDS Coordinator - Lead Care Plans & Compliance

Care Initiatives; Avoca (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Avoca Specialty Care, part of Care Initiatives, is hiring a MDS Coordinator (RN) to lead MDS assessments and care planning across our skilled nursing community in Avoca, IA. You will ensure regulatory compliance, coordinate interdisciplinary care, and support on-call leadership responsibilities.

Ideal candidates hold a valid Iowa RN license, CPR certification, and a strong understanding of federal/state long-term care regulations.

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa RN license in good standing.
• Current CPR certification.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations.

Responsibilities

• Complete and coordinate accurate, timely MDS assessments.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and update individualized care plans.
• Ensure CMS/state/federal long-term care regulatory compliance.
• Monitor and validate clinical documentation to support 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.

Job description

Avoca Specialty Care, part of Care Initiatives, is hiring a MDS Coordinator (RN) to lead MDS assessments and care planning across our skilled nursing community in Avoca, IA. You will ensure regulatory compliance, coordinate interdisciplinary care, and support on-call leadership responsibilities.

Ideal candidates hold a valid Iowa RN license, CPR certification, and a strong understanding of federal/state long-term care regulations.