Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
Certification
CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.After hire
Education
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
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Advanced knowledge in field of practice
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Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
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Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
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Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
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Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
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Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Preferred
Experience
Two (2) years’ nursing experience. Geriatric nursing experience preferred.
You would be walking into The Westchester House on White Rd in Chesterfield, a post-acute and geriatric skilled nursing setting that is part of Life Care Centers of America. The work centers on unit nursing and CNA support; if you…
The RN MDS Coordinator coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate and timely interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CAAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure
Requirements
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
Two (2) years’ nursing experience. Geriatric nursing experience preferred.
CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Job
Requirements
Advanced knowledge in field of practice
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions
Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary, accurate, and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations
Report any changes in a patient’s condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON
Provide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentation
Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan
Review Final Validation Reports and attest that all assessments have been completed and accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing and notify the Business Office when assessments are not ready to bill
Review CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrence
Attend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request
Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Neighborhoods+Chesterfield is divided into distinct residential subdivisions offering varying lifestyles. River Bend sits along the Missouri River with a mature tree canopy and direct access to trails, appealing to those seeking established, wooded settings. Greentrails in Central Chesterfield offers an extensive walkable path network near the Ladue and Olive corridors, making it popular for active professionals. Clarkson Valley features private, sprawling ranch configurations on large lots, while Wildhorse is an upscale planned community centered around private clubhouses and swimming amenities. For low-maintenance living, Baxter Crossings provides modern townhomes suited for lock-and-leave convenience.
Chesterfield is divided into distinct residential subdivisions offering varying lifestyles. River Bend sits along the Missouri River with a mature tree canopy and direct access to trails, appealing to those seeking established, wooded settings.
Greentrails in Central Chesterfield offers an extensive walkable path network near the Ladue and Olive corridors, making it popular for active professionals. Clarkson Valley features private, sprawling ranch configurations on large lots, while Wildhorse is an upscale planned community centered around private clubhouses and swimming amenities.
For low-maintenance living, Baxter Crossings provides modern townhomes suited for lock-and-leave convenience.
Getting around+Chesterfield is situated along Interstate 64 (Highway 40), which serves as the primary regional artery. Commuting to downtown St. Louis typically takes about 20 to 25 minutes depending on traffic conditions, covering roughly 21 miles. Nurses commuting across the metro, such as from south St. Louis neighborhoods like Holly Hills to Chesterfield, report driving times of around 35 minutes. Most healthcare professionals and local residents rely entirely on personal vehicles, as the area is car-dependent with ample surface parking at commercial and retail centers.
Chesterfield is situated along Interstate 64 (Highway 40), which serves as the primary regional artery. Commuting to downtown St. Louis typically takes about 20 to 25 minutes depending on traffic conditions, covering roughly 21 miles.
Nurses commuting across the metro, such as from south St. Louis neighborhoods like Holly Hills to Chesterfield, report driving times of around 35 minutes. Most healthcare professionals and local residents rely entirely on personal vehicles, as the area is car-dependent with ample surface parking at commercial and retail centers.
Outdoors+Outdoor recreation is anchored by the massive 176-acre Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex, which features 18 ball diamonds, 14 multipurpose sports fields, and walking trails. Faust County Park spans 200 acres and houses the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House. Trail enthusiasts enjoy direct connections to the Katy Trail, the Monarch Levee Trail, and the Missouri River Greenway. Nearby, Rivers Edge Park, Longview Park, and the Chesterfield Family Aquatic Center provide additional ponds, walking loops, and swimming options.
Outdoor recreation is anchored by the massive 176-acre Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex, which features 18 ball diamonds, 14 multipurpose sports fields, and walking trails. Faust County Park spans 200 acres and houses the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House.
Trail enthusiasts enjoy direct connections to the Katy Trail, the Monarch Levee Trail, and the Missouri River Greenway. Nearby, Rivers Edge Park, Longview Park, and the Chesterfield Family Aquatic Center provide additional ponds, walking loops, and swimming options.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Chesterfield
Chesterfield provides an exceptionally calm, polished home base for nurses in West St. Louis County who want scenic tranquility paired with easy highway connectivity. Anchored along Interstate 64, the suburb places medical staff roughly 20 to 25 minutes from the central hospital corridors and cultural treasures like Forest Park. Within city limits, daily life revolves around sprawling green spaces: runners and cyclists frequent the Katy Trail and Monarch Levee Trail, while Faust Park houses the beloved Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House and the Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex supports extensive adult and youth sports. Culinary options along Chesterfield Airport Road feature regional mainstays like Annie Gunn's and international discoveries such as Afandi Kitchen and Addie's Thai House. Housing spans from low-maintenance attached properties in Baxter Crossings to leafy, established subdivisions like Greentrails and River Bend. The notable tradeoff for shift workers is a quiet nightlife; retail and dining virtually shutter by 9:00 PM, meaning late-night social spots require heading toward central St. Louis. For nurses who prioritize calm neighborhoods, outdoor space, and top-rated Parkway and Rockwood schools, Chesterfield delivers a remarkably comfortable suburban landing spot.
