**Description** **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: Travel MDS Specialist** As a Travel MDS Specialist, you’ll play a key role in supporting the health, happiness, and daily experience of the residents at WesleyLife **As a Travel MDS Specialist, you will:** Primary Responsibilities: + Responsible for ICD-10 coding. + Set and complete accurate MDS ARDs. + Collaborate with all clinical teams to ensure care plans are accurate and thorough. + Follow corporate guidelines, ethical standards, and federal/state requirements. + Coordinate with the MDS Reimbursement Specialist to ensure: + Accurate MDS completion for all WesleyLife communities. + Focus on quality measures. + Maximized reimbursement. Additional Duties: + Fulfill community MDS responsibilities as needed during: + Vacancies + Vacations + Leaves of absence + Agency elimination situations where leaders are covering open shifts Other Responsibilities: + Participate continuously in the development and revision of resident care plans in alignment with WesleyLife nursing procedures. + Ensure documentation meets all Federal, State, and Certification guidelines. + Coordinate the RAI process to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of: + MDS + CAA + Comprehensive Care Plans + Perform nursing process activities under RN licensure, including: + Assessment + Diagnosis (actual or potential health problems) + Planning + Implementation + Evaluation + Manage resident ICD-10 diagnosis coding upon admission and routinely update for resolved or new diagnoses. + Participate in oversight, review, and improvement plans related to Quality Measures. **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 **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 **Qualifications** **Licenses & Certifications** **Required** + Licensed Practical Nurse + Registered Nurse **Experience** **Required** + Must be willing to travel and work within the communities assigned. + 2 years: Must have at least 2 years of dedicated MDS experience. + Active and unrestricted RN license in the state of Iowa. + Ability to demonstrate computer experience in entry of MDS, CAAs, and Care Plans, as well as electronic submission of Care Plans. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.