RN MDS Full-time
Southern Hills Specialty Care, a 90-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Osceola, IA, is now hiring!

MDS Coordinator (RN)

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals during their healthcare journey? If so, join Care Initiatives as a MDS Coordinator (RN), where you will provide comprehensive care that truly matters. With over forty (40) skilled nursing communities across Iowa, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support at every stage of the healthcare journey.

As a MDS Coordinator on our team, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills and demonstrate your compassion, positively influencing the lives of our residents and team members. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our residents, their loved ones, and our team members.

What You’ll Do & Key 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 compliance with CMS, state, and federal long-term care regulations.
  • Monitor and validate clinical documentation to support accurate 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, fostering both personal and team growth.
  • Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care needs.
  • Document care accurately to meet clinical, regulatory, and facility standards.
  • Follow infection control, safety, and compliance protocols at all times.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation with other members of the leadership team.

Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in good standing. License must be valid within the state of Iowa, or ability to activate.
  • Current, valid CPR Certification.
  • Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
  • A desire to learn and grow as part of a quality focused clinical team.
  • A strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

  • Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement savings plan, PTO, and more.
  • Tuition Reimbursement: Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
  • Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!

Start Your Journey with Us

Apply today and become part of a team where your compassion, dedication, and care truly matter. At Care Initiatives, we’re committed to helping you grow your career while improving the lives of those we serve.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Care Initiatives is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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