RN MDS Coordinator — Lead Care Quality in LTC

Care Initiatives; Pleasant Hill (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Digital Wallet Access

Job summary

Parkridge Specialty Care in Pleasant Hill, IA seeks a compassionate MDS Coordinator (RN) to lead MDS assessments and care planning for residents. You will ensure CMS/state compliance, support documentation for accurate reimbursement, and guide staff through MDS processes with a focus on quality care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the nursing team and families, on-call rotations, and ongoing education to maintain survey-ready documentation and high care standards.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in good standing (Iowa).
• Current CPR Certification.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations.
• Desire to learn and grow as part of a quality focused clinical team.
• Strong commitment to empathy, respect, patience and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Complete and coordinate accurate MDS assessments to evaluate resident 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 reimbursement and quality measures.
• Analyze resident data and trends to support care quality and clinical decision-making.
• Serve as a resource to nursing staff on MDS processes and documentation standards.
• Participate in care conferences and communicate with residents and families.

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

Regulatory knowledge

Empathy & patient care

Job description

Parkridge Specialty Care in Pleasant Hill, IA seeks a compassionate MDS Coordinator (RN) to lead MDS assessments and care planning for residents. You will ensure CMS/state compliance, support documentation for accurate reimbursement, and guide staff through MDS processes with a focus on quality care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the nursing team and families, on-call rotations, and ongoing education to maintain survey-ready documentation and high care standards.