Registered Dietitian NEEDED

Job Duties:

• Coordinate nutritional care of residents and patients by completing nutritional assessments

• Collaborates with IDCP team on care planning and nutritional recommendations

• Participate in QAPI and IDCP meetings as scheduled by facility

• Participate in monthly dietitian meetings

• Provide nutritional counseling and education for residents and family

• Completes comprehensive assessments on patients as required

• Conduct tray line audits as needed to assess for accuracy of ticketed items

• Complete Test trays and in services for dietary department

• Under PDPM, identify, document, and treat nutrition related diseases for improved outcomes

• Meet DOH/state/federal and company standards

• Perform duties independently without training or direction

• Perform other duties as assigned by management

• Assist director of dietary and provide kitchen oversight as needed

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Motivation and drive to complete caseload to drive positive outcomes

• Good decision making and judgment capabilities

• Ability to identify and solve complex problems

• Great communication and interpersonal skills are a must

• High comfort level with enteral nutrition, wounds, weight management, Hemodialysis

• Comfortable working in a healthcare facility and kitchens

• Familiarity with state survey process and compliance with nutrition care regulations

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in nutrition, health, or related field

• Must possess Registered Dietitian licensure within the state of operations

• At least one year of experience in a long-term care setting

• Experience with MDS 3.0

• Experience with electronic charting such as Point Click Care is a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at time