RN, Minimum Data Set (MDS) - FT - Days

Good Samaritan Society; Iowa (LA); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

The Good Samaritan Society is seeking an MDS Nurse at our Waukon, IA location. The RN leads resident assessments, coordinates care plans, and ensures quality outcomes for residents. Strong knowledge of the RAI process and geriatric care is essential.

The role requires an RN license, BSN preferred, and RAC-CT certification is a plus. At least one year of senior-care nursing experience is desired, with a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from NLN- or AACN-accredited nursing program preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience as a licensed nurse with the senior population preferred.
• RN license current in the state of practice; multistate licensure acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate activities of the nursing staff for resident care plans.
• Lead the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process and related assessments.
• Collaborate with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure high quality care.
• Coordinate care, education, and nursing interventions across all phases of care.

Skills

Geriatrics care

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

RAC-CT certification

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS IA Waukon Ctr
Location: Waukon, IA
Address: 21 E Main St, Waukon, IA 52172, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $34.00 - $51.00
Pay Info: $7,500.00 Sign on Bonus Eligible!

Job Summary

The MDS Nurse uses independent judgment in the planning, organizing, directing, and evaluation of activities of the professional and supportive nursing staff engaged in resident plan of care. Evaluates care provided to each resident and keeps care plans current. Is the direct lead in regards to the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process. MDS Nurse assists in assessment and evaluation of potential admissions. Upon admission, quarterly and annual, the MDS Nurse completes resident assessments. Collaborates with the resident, family or advocate, other inter-disciplinary colleagues, including providers, to assure ongoing care of each resident to provide the best quality of life possible. When functioning on the floor, the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for utilizing the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes/planning, implementation and evaluation) to provide individualized nursing care to patients. The RN demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards as designated in their assigned clinical setting. The RN cares for residents in all phases of preventative care, health maintenance, diagnosis, and treatment. The RN is responsible for the coordination of care, resident assessment, resident education and various other nursing interventions.

Qualifications

Graduate from a National League of Nursing (NLN) or American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) accredited nursing program is preferred. Bachelor’s Degree in nursing preferred.

Minimum of one-year experience working as licensed nurse with the senior population preferred. Specific services/positions may have additional education, training or experience requirements. Resident Assessment Coordinator-Certified (RAC-CT), management or supervisory experience preferred.

Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. Obtains and subsequently maintains required certifications and completes required continuous education units (CEU) and competency training. Affiliation with an outside professional nursing organization is preferred.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0276023
Job Function: Nursing
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