Registered Dietitian

Primary ResponsibilitiesAssures that food provided to participants is safe, appetizing and provides for nutritional needs according to the Nutrition Board of the National Research Council, National Academy of Science, and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.Provides dietary counseling and education to participants and caregivers as part of the dietary services of the Center and as ordered by the primary provider.Conducts an in-person re-assessment yearly; and every 6 months if actively involved in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care. Also, any participant with a change of status is re-assessed in-person.Develops therapeutic diets and provides oversight that they are served as ordered and prepared according to nutrition and dietetics standards.Oversees maintenance/cleanliness and orderliness of serving kitchen. Monitors portion control; appropriate serving of food; adherence to therapeutic diets, purchasing and inventory of food.Responsible for the management of therapeutic diets, including modification to meet individual participant needs, and physician orders.Monitors monthly weights, medical diagnosis, drug nutrient interactions, changes in chewing, swallowing, mood changes hydration status, intake, skin breakdown, reports changes to the Interdisciplinary Team and makes recommendations for changes to appropriate staff.Maintains operational food inventory and emergency dietary supply inventory according to regulations. Including ordering, shopping, and errands associated with dietary operations.Oversees special event planning as necessary, including ordering, setup, break down and cleaning.Develops and implements the nutritional components of participant's plan of care including active participation and development of therapeutic dining programs.Provides appropriate food handling training (Safe Serve) for the Center.Provides individual and group nutrition education and documentation of the activity.Maintains up-to-date and appropriate documentation in the participant's electronic medical record.Participates in the interdisciplinary team meetings, communicating participant changes, collaborating on care planning decisions and coordination of 24-hour care delivery. Successful Candidates Will HaveBachelor of Science Degree in Dietetics and NutritionMaster of Science Degree in Nutrition2 years of experience working as a Registered Dietitian1 years of experience working with the geriatric populationRegistration with the American Dietitian Association