RN MDS Coordinator — Lead Care Plans & Compliance

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision benefits

403(b) retirement savings plan

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Southern Hills Specialty Care, a 90-bed nursing community in Osceola, IA, is hiring an MDS Coordinator (RN) to lead MDS assessments and care planning. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure regulatory compliance and accurate documentation, contributing to high-quality resident care.

The role emphasizes regulatory knowledge, empathy, and ongoing professional growth within Care Initiatives' network of facilities.

Qualifications

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

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

RN license

CPR Certification

Regulatory knowledge

Compassionate care

Job description

Southern Hills Specialty Care, a 90-bed nursing community in Osceola, IA, is hiring an MDS Coordinator (RN) to lead MDS assessments and care planning. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure regulatory compliance and accurate documentation, contributing to high-quality resident care.

The role emphasizes regulatory knowledge, empathy, and ongoing professional growth within Care Initiatives' network of facilities.