Clinical Educator & MDS Nurse; RN/LPN
Listed on 2026-06-07
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Nursing
Clinical Nurse Specialist, Infection Control
Step into a working clinical leadership role where your expertise in MDS coordination drives quality outcomes and reimbursement success—your top priority from day one! This RN position also leads infection prevention and clinical education, with required Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training (or obtained within 30 days). Join a team where you’ll lead from the floor, support survey readiness, and make a meaningful impact every day.
PositionSummary
Nye Health Services is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to step into a dynamic, working clinical leadership role that blends MDS coordination, infection prevention, and clinical education. This position is ideal for a self-starter who leads from the front, thrives in a fast‑paced long‑term care environment, and is passionate about driving quality outcomes.
This is a multifunctional role, with a strong initial focus on MDS coordination and accuracy while also providing leadership in infection prevention and staff development.
Key ResponsibilitiesMDS Coordination
- Lead and oversee the MDS process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance
- Optimize reimbursement and case mix index (CMI) through precise documentation and coordination
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate resident assessments and care planning
- Monitor and maintain compliance with CMS guidelines and survey readiness standards
- Serve as the campus Infection Preventionist, leading infection control practices and protocols
- Track, trend, and report infection data; implement improvement strategies as needed
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local infection control regulations
- Complete Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training (CDC-based) or obtain within the first 30 days of employment
- Develop and deliver clinical training and education programs for nursing staff
- Support onboarding, competency validation, and ongoing staff development
- Partner with leadership to identify and address knowledge gaps
- Promote a culture of continuous learning and clinical excellence
- Act as a hands‑on clinical leader, supporting nursing operations and stepping in where needed
- Assist with survey preparedness, audits, and quality initiatives
- Participate in Manager‑on‑Duty (MOD) rotation and On‑Call rotation
- Collaborate closely with the Director of Nursing and interdisciplinary team
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- MDS and long‑term care experience is required
- Experience in infection prevention and/or clinical education preferred
- Prior leadership or charge nurse experience a plus
- Strong understanding of MDS processes, reimbursement, and regulatory requirements
- Knowledge of CMS guidelines, surveys, and infection control standards
- Ability to lead, teach, and influence across teams
- Detail‑oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance
- Self‑motivated, proactive, and willing to jump in and support the team
- Opportunity to blend clinical expertise with impactful education and leadership.
- Competitive benefits package including low premiums, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, HSA contribution matching, 401(k) with company match, and more!
- Competitive wage scales and tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs up to $3,000 per year.
- Financial wellness and freedom through access to your earned wages prior to your pay date!
- A great culture where we live out our mission, "To celebrate life in environments we create by delivering exceptional service and superior value through innovative leadership in personalized care."
We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Nye Health Services conducts background checks as part of the hiring process. We believe in reviewing each situation individually and consider factors such as the role applied for, the nature of the offense, how long ago it occurred, and overall qualifications when making employment decisions.
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