Travel MDS Coordinator, RN/LPN

WesleyLife; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Travel MDS Coordinator to join their dedicated team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for ICD-10 coding and ensuring the accuracy of MDS assessments, collaborating closely with clinical teams to uphold high standards of care. This position not only offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of aging populations but also provides a supportive environment that values joy in work and personal growth. If you are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for others and have a strong background in MDS, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K

Educational Reimbursement

Wellness Incentives

Referral Bonuses

Voluntary Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of dedicated MDS experience required.
• Familiarity with aging populations and WesleyLife's mission.

Responsibilities

• Complete nursing assessments and develop care plans.
• Coordinate RAI processes for MDS accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct nursing assessments per state Nurse Practice Act.

Skills

ICD-10 Coding

MDS ARDs

Nursing Assessments

Care Plan Development

Quality Measures Improvement

Education

Active RN License in Iowa

Tools

Electronic MDS Systems

Job description

At WesleyLife, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to live a life of continued growth, experience, and meaning — and to pursue joy, regardless of physical, social, or economic circumstances. That applies to the people we serve — and the people who do the serving!

We want your job with WesleyLife to help you wake up each day with optimism, to reinforce that your potential is limitless, and to show that joyful work is part of a joyous life. You are a vital life-changer with an insistence on a purposeful life, and you deserve a job that aligns with how you want to live.

At WesleyLife, we’re looking for candidates seeking more. If you value joy in your daily work, consider one of our roles. From clinical to hospitality to administrative positions, we offer opportunities to create joy for yourself and those you serve.

Position Overview

As the Travel MDS Coordinator with WesleyLife, you will be responsible for ICD-10 coding, setting and completing accurate MDS ARDs, and collaborating with clinical teams to ensure care plans are precise and comprehensive, following corporate, ethical, and legal standards. In coordination with the MDS Reimbursement Specialist, you will ensure the accurate and quality-focused completion of MDS for WesleyLife, maximizing reimbursement.

You will also cover community MDS responsibilities during vacancies, leaves, or times of agency staffing needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete nursing assessments and Baseline Care Plans.
• Participate in developing and revising written care plans, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and certification guidelines.
• Coordinate RAI processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of MDS, CAA, and Care Plans.
• Conduct the nursing process—Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation—per state Nurse Practice Act for RN licensure.
• Code resident ICD-10 diagnoses upon admission and as diagnoses resolve.
• Participate in oversight and improvement of Quality Measures.

Candidate Profile

Our ideal candidate will have a personal connection to WesleyLife’s mission and familiarity with its role in aging populations.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer competitive salary based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, vision, dental, 401K, educational reimbursement, wellness incentives, discounts, referral bonuses, and voluntary benefits.

About WesleyLife

With 76 years of legacy, WesleyLife is recognized for excellence in transforming aging experiences across the Midwest, offering a range of services from community living to home health and more. We are proud to be a 'Great Places to Work' for six consecutive years, fostering a positive, growth-oriented culture.

Additional Information

Only qualified candidates will be contacted. WesleyLife does not sponsor work visas. We are committed to diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. A pre-hire health assessment and drug screen are required.

Qualifications

Experience

• Willingness to travel within assigned communities.
• Minimum 2 years of dedicated MDS experience.

Licenses & Certifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license in Iowa.
• Proficiency in electronic MDS, CAA, and Care Plan entry and submission.