Job Description

Job Title: MDS Quality Assurance Nurse

As an MDS Quality Assurance Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of patient care through meticulous assessment and documentation. You will leverage your expertise to ensure compliance with regulations while fostering a culture of excellence in clinical practices. Your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes and the overall efficiency of healthcare delivery.

What you'll do

Conduct comprehensive assessments of patient care plans to ensure compliance with Minimum Data Set (MDS) requirements. Review medical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to regulatory standards, including ICD-10 and CPT coding. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement clinical documentation improvement strategies that enhance patient care quality. Engage in utilization management processes to optimize resource allocation and improve patient outcomes. Monitor and evaluate care delivery processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed. Provide training and support to nursing staff on best practices related to MDS documentation and quality assurance protocols. Stay current with Medicare regulations, NCQA standards, and emerging trends in healthcare quality management. Complete UDAs Updating Care Plans Monitor Quality of Charting/Documentation Educating On Charting/Documentation as needed On call rotation

Basic qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN) license with a strong foundation in nursing principles. Proficiency in medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and critical care practices. Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems such as Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth, or eClinicalWorks.

Preferred qualifications

Prior experience in managed care, acute care settings, or nursing homes. Familiarity with home care services, hospice care, or outpatient clinics. Background in case management or health information management is a plus.

Why you'll love it here

We are dedicated to empowering our team members both professionally and personally. Our commitment extends beyond just providing a job; we offer an environment where you can thrive. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents while enjoying the support you need at every stage of your career.

Our benefits include:

Comprehensive excellent health coverage, dental and vision insurance is available. 401k with company match Employer sponsored Life Insurance offered to every employee Opportunities for professional development Supportive work environment that values collaboration and team focus Resources for maintaining physical and mental well-being

About us

As part of our healthcare team, you'll contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional patient-centered care. We believe that every team member plays a vital role in achieving our goals. Together, we create an atmosphere that fosters growth, innovation, and compassion for those we serve.

Please send your resume to the Director of Nursing via Indeed or stop in person for an opportunity to meet the team and tour the facility, we are glad to speak to you about the great opportunity we offer.

Visit us online at www.seniorlifecenter.org for an online application as well.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:

Des Moines, IA 50312 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:

Des Moines, IA 50312: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person