RN MDS Coordinator — Lead Quality & Compliance

Care Initiatives; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Referral bonus program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Dubuque Specialty Care in Dubuque, IA is hiring an MDS Coordinator to lead accurate assessments, care planning, and regulatory compliance. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, ensure timely documentation, and support survey readiness while serving residents and families with compassionate care.

Requires a valid Iowa RN license, CPR certification, and knowledge of federal/state long-term care regulations.

Qualifications

• Complete and coordinate MDS assessments to evaluate resident needs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to update care plans.
• Ensure compliance with CMS/state/federal long-term care regulations.
• Monitor documentation to support reimbursement and quality measures.
• Provide guidance on MDS processes to clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Complete and coordinate accurate, timely MDS assessments.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
• Ensure CMS/state/federal regulatory compliance.
• Monitor clinical documentation for accurate reimbursement.
• Support audit readiness and maintain survey-ready records.
• Communicate with residents and families about care needs.

Skills

MDS coordination

Interdisciplinary teamwork

CMS regulations

Clinical documentation

Leadership

Education

RN license (Iowa)

Job description

Dubuque Specialty Care in Dubuque, IA is hiring an MDS Coordinator to lead accurate assessments, care planning, and regulatory compliance. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, ensure timely documentation, and support survey readiness while serving residents and families with compassionate care.

Requires a valid Iowa RN license, CPR certification, and knowledge of federal/state long-term care regulations.