MDS Coordinator bei WesleyLife

Join WesleyLife and Help Revolutionize the Aging Experience! 

WesleyLife is revolutionizing the experience of aging by challenging the stigma that aging means decline and promoting the idea that life transitions are opportunities for growth and purpose. Come be a part of the revolution!   

About the Role: MDS Specialist 

As a MDS Specialist, you’ll play a key role in supporting the health, happiness, and daily experience of the residents at WesleyLife

As a MDS Specialist, you will:  

• Serve as a Clinical Resource to all members of the household team by being involved in the initial assessments of all residents, effectively evaluating their needs and assuring that all clinical records reflect optimum services to be provided.
• Participate in the direct care and enrichment of the lives of all residents of the Health Center.
• Determine when all Admit, Quarterly, and Annual Minimum Data Sets (MDS’s) are due and notifies appropriate departments of the due dates. Determines when there is a need for a Significant Change in Condition MDS and notifies departments of the due dates.  Primary responsibility will be for residents of the first floor households, with oversight of the residents’ care plans in the second floor households.
• Complete the sections of the MDS Nursing Department and signs off MDS’s when assessment is completed according to mandated timetable. Complete Care Area Assessments (CAA) according to the guidelines and mandated timetable.
• Create Plan of Care for new admissions and update Plans of Care with interdisciplinary team according to timetable. Enters and submits to the state RAI’s according to mandated timetable.
• Follow Medicare guidelines to complete MDS assessments for skilled residents at 5 days, 14 days, 30 days, 60 days and 90 days as needed. Transmits completed MDS’s, re-entry and discharge tracking forms to the state repository according to HICFA guidelines.
• Establish and maintain restorative programming in partnership with therapy services for all members of the household.
• Share clinical on-call responsibility with other members of the clinical leadership team! 

Current Opening: 

• Full-Time: Monday - Friday, 8am-4:30pm with flexible hours
• Rotating on-call every 4th  weekend 

Qualifications: 

• Must obtain and maintain RAC-CT MDS certification through an accredited organization within one year and recertify every two years to retain the RAC-CT certification. 
• A minimum of two years’ experience in a long-term care setting 
• Must have at least two years dedicated MDS experience 
• State of Iowa RN or LPN License

What We Offer 

We know a great career is about more than just a paycheck — it's about belonging, growth, and making a difference.  At WesleyLife, we provide:   

Compensation & Flexibility: 

• Compensation will be based on years of expereince
• DailyPay Access: Get paid when you need it — instantly access your earnings before payday 

Health & Wellness: 

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k). 
• Voluntary benefits including life, accident, and critical illness coverage 

Education & Career Growth: 

• Scholarship Assistance: Up to $3,000/year 
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year 
• Educational Discounts: 18% off tuition at Purdue University Global 
• Ongoing leadership training and development pathways 

Extra Perks: 

• Recognition and appreciation programs that highlight your impact 
• A workplace culture that prioritizes respect, teamwork, and support 

Hearthstone, located in the heart of Pella, Iowa, is a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living offering a comprehensive range of services including independent living, assisted living, memory support, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term nursing care across three distinct campuses. Embracing a ministry approach, Hearthstone focuses on enhancing residents' lives through engagement, respect, compassion, and joy. We feature an award-winning household model with 16 residents in each home engaging with one another and our greater community. With a commitment to community integration and celebrating the wisdom of aging, Hearthstone invites residents to live purposefully and enjoy a true sense of family and home. 

Why Choose WesleyLife? 

At WesleyLife, you're not just starting a job — you're joining a purpose-driven community where your well-being, growth, and impact truly matter. With nearly 80 years of excellence in serving older adults, we empower our team members to thrive while making meaningful connections and changing lives every day. 

WesleyLife is proud to be recognized as one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work by WeCare Connect! We’re committed to a workplace where every team member is seen, heard, and appreciated. 

Ready to Make a Difference? 

We’re excited to meet people who share our passion for service, wellness, and community. 

Apply today and help us continue to revolutionize the aging experience — the WesleyLife Way. 

WesleyLife believes in welcoming all people to our team and is an equal opportunity employer. Because of our commitment to your health and well-being, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-hire health assessment, drug screen, and tobacco screen prior to beginning employment