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