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MDS Coordinator / Infection Preventionist (RN)
Full-Time | Monday–Friday
$39.00–$40.00 per Hour (Based on Experience)
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Alhambra Rehab & Healthcare
Alhambra, Illinois
Advance Your Nursing Leadership Career
Alhambra Rehab & Healthcare is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Registered Nurse to join our leadership team as our MDS Coordinator / Infection Preventionist. This essential leadership role combines clinical reimbursement expertise with infection prevention oversight to help ensure exceptional resident care, regulatory compliance, and outstanding clinical outcomes.
If you're passionate about quality care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and making a meaningful impact on residents and staff every day, we encourage you to apply.
Schedule
Full-Time
Monday–Friday
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Additional hours may be required based on facility needs
Participation in the management on-call rotation is required to provide weekend leadership coverage
Compensation
$39.00–$40.00 per hour (Based on Experience)
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Paid out over one year
What We Offer
Competitive hourly wages
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Stable full-time schedule
Supportive leadership team
Professional growth and leadership development
Collaborative clinical environment
Opportunity to make a direct impact on resident care and quality outcomes
Benefits
BCBS Insurance Plans
401(k)
Vacation
Personal Hours
PLAWA
And More!
Position Responsibilities
MDS Coordination
Coordinate and manage the MDS assessment process in accordance with federal and state regulations.
Ensure accurate and timely completion and submission of all MDS assessments.
Lead interdisciplinary care plan meetings and collaborate with department leaders.
Monitor case mix, reimbursement opportunities, and quality measures.
Maintain survey readiness and support regulatory compliance initiatives.
Assist with clinical documentation and reimbursement optimization.
Infection Prevention
Direct and oversee the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program.
Conduct infection surveillance, tracking, investigation, and reporting.
Identify infection trends and implement corrective action plans.
Educate staff on infection prevention policies and best practices.
Ensure compliance with CDC, CMS, state, and federal infection control regulations.
Promote a safe environment for residents, visitors, and employees.
Qualifications
Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license required
Previous MDS experience preferred
Infection Preventionist experience preferred
Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and reimbursement systems
Thorough understanding of long-term care regulations and infection prevention standards
Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills
Ability to effectively prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Join Our Team
At Alhambra Rehab & Healthcare, exceptional resident care starts with exceptional clinical leadership. If you're ready to advance your nursing career in a rewarding leadership role with a team committed to excellence, we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and become part of the Alhambra Rehab & Healthcare team.
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus paid over one year.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $39 - $41