RN MDS Coordinator — Lead Quality, Compliance & Care Plans

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Referral Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Digital Wallet Access

Job summary

West Ridge Specialty Care in Knoxville, IA, is hiring a dedicated MDS Coordinator (RN) to lead accurate MDS assessments, coordinate resident care needs, and support compliant documentation across our 78-bed skilled nursing community.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, ensure CMS and state regulatory compliance, participate in care conferences, and contribute to audit readiness while guiding staff on MDS processes.

Qualifications

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

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 CMS, state, and federal long-term care regulations are met.
• 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 for growth.
• Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care needs.
• Document care accurately to meet clinical and facility standards.

Skills

RN License

CPR Certification

MDS Knowledge

Regulatory Knowledge

Job description

West Ridge Specialty Care in Knoxville, IA, is hiring a dedicated MDS Coordinator (RN) to lead accurate MDS assessments, coordinate resident care needs, and support compliant documentation across our 78-bed skilled nursing community.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, ensure CMS and state regulatory compliance, participate in care conferences, and contribute to audit readiness while guiding staff on MDS processes.