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MDS Coordinator - RN

Southern Hills Specialty Care

Osceola, Iowa

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RNMDS CoordinatorLong-term careSkilled nursing facilityClinical documentation

Posted Aug 9, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 9, 2026

What the posting states

Weekends, holidays, call
Participate in an on-call rotation with other members of the leadership team.

About this role

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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.

Skills for this role

MDS assessmentsCare plan developmentCMS regulatory complianceClinical documentationClinical data analysisInfection controlInterdisciplinary team collaborationAudit readinessSurvey readinessClinical documentation standardsReimbursement validationQuality measures monitoring

Certifications

CPRBLS

Requirements

  • Valid RN license in good standing (valid in Iowa or ability to activate)
  • Valid RN license in good standing (valid in Iowa or ability to activate)
  • Current, valid CPR Certification
  • BLS Certification
  • Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws
  • CMS regulatory compliance knowledge
  • Clinical documentation and assessment skills
  • Desire to learn and grow as part of a quality focused clinical team
  • Strong commitment to helping others with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 403(b) retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid training

Living in Osceola, IA

Osceola sits along I-35 in southern Iowa, offering small-town Midwest living about an hour south of Des Moines. A historic downtown square and East Lake Park anchor the community, giving nurses a quieter pace with outdoor recreation nearby and convenient interstate access to metro amenities.

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State price level · Iowa
87.8
12% below the national average
Median gross rent
$943/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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