Registered Dietitian

Overview

• Deliver expert nutritional care to residents, enhancing their health and well-being through personalized dietary plans and collaborative healthcare strategies.
• Join a dedicated team in a supportive environment focused on excellence in healthcare nutrition services.
• Engage in professional development opportunities to advance your career in nutritional care.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and stay updated on best practices in long-term care nutrition.
• Utilize your expertise to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational standards.
• Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to improving residents' health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Assess residents' nutritional needs and create individualized dietary plans to achieve health goals.
• Monitor residents' progress, document outcomes, and adjust plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
• Educate residents and staff on nutrition principles and effective dietary management strategies.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with healthcare documentation standards.
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives to enhance care standards and outcomes.
• Ensure adherence to State Health Code requirements and other regulatory guidelines.
• Contribute to team efforts to improve nutritional care practices and resident satisfaction.

Job Requirements

• Associate of Science (AS) in Food and Nutrition or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Registered Dietitian certification with at least two years of experience in therapeutic nutrition.
• Experience in long-term care or nursing home settings is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in healthcare documentation procedures and compliance standards.
• Strong knowledge of State Health Code requirements and regulatory guidelines.
• Ability to work on-site during standard business hours, Monday through Friday.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a healthcare team.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality nutritional care and improving residents' health outcomes.