Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC / MDS Coordinator)

Country Lane Manor Keosauqua, IA 52565, US

Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC / MDS Coordinator)

Location: Country Lane Manor | Keosauqua, IA
Position Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $40.00–$45.00 per hour
On-Call: 3–4 week call rotation, including weekend on-call

Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of prior MDS experience required

Country Lane Manor is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC / MDS Coordinator) to join our skilled nursing team in Keosauqua, Iowa. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring high-quality resident care through accurate assessments, regulatory compliance, and individualized care planning.

Your Role & Responsibilities

As the RNAC / MDS Coordinator, you will:

Conduct routine resident assessments according to established schedules and as needed for changes in condition, hospital readmissions, and other clinical events.
Accurately observe, assess, and communicate changes in resident condition to the interdisciplinary care team.
Collaborate with Social Services, Activities, Dietary, Therapy, and Nursing to ensure timely completion of assessments, CAAs, and supporting documentation.
Complete MDS assessments, quarterly reviews, CAAs, and care plans in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Develop, update, and monitor individualized resident care plans based on assessment findings.
Prepare and distribute the MDS schedule to the interdisciplinary team.
Transmit MDS data to the state as required and maintain accurate resident assessment records.
Participate in a rotating on-call schedule every 3–4 weeks, including weekend on-call responsibilities.

What We're Looking For

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Iowa.
Minimum of one (1) year of MDS Coordinator or MDS experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.
Strong knowledge of MDS processes, RAI guidelines, assessment schedules, CAAs, and care planning requirements.
Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with the interdisciplinary team.

Our Benefits

We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Telemedicine program
Company-paid group life insurance
Optional voluntary term life insurance
Short-term disability options
401(k) retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Commuter benefits
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including vacation, personal, and sick time
Daily Pay – Access your earned wages as they accrue

Education Assistance

We support your professional growth with:

Up to $5,250 per year in tuition assistance*
OR
Up to $2,625 per year toward repayment of a non-federal nursing student loan*

Apply Today

Join the team at Country Lane Manor and build a rewarding career where your expertise helps improve the quality of life for our residents every day. If you're passionate about resident-centered care, clinical excellence, and making a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

*Benefits, bonuses, and variable compensation are subject to applicable state laws and factors such as job classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Country Lane Manor is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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