RD Nutrition Consultants

Manager

• Oversee all aspects of the Dietary Department's operations, including kitchen and clinical functions, ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
• Provide direct supervision and leadership to all dietary staff, including scheduling, assigning duties, and evaluating performance.
• Monitor and manage the department's budget, including overseeing and tracking all monthly expenditures.
• Lead and participate in key administrative and quality assurance activities, such as department head meetings and monthly Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) meetings.
• Conduct routine inspections of the Dietary Department and all storage areas to maintain proper sanitation, organization, and temperature controls.
• Manage the full food service cycle, from purchasing ingredients from approved vendors to supervising food production and ensuring the timely delivery of meals.
• Ensure all meals are prepared strictly in accordance with planned menus, standardized recipes, and special diet orders, making only authorized, clinically appropriate substitutes.
• Review and approve the menu semi-annually to ensure compliance with USDA guidelines and the nutritional needs of the resident population.
• Ensure strict compliance with all state and federal regulations, including those related to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Department of Health (DOH).
• Adhere to HACCP guidelines to ensure efficient, safe, and sanitary food production, storage, and maintenance.
• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments on all new admissions and quarterly thereafter, with more frequent reviews as needed for high-risk residents alongside additional RD on staff.
• Lead the Quality Assurance program for the RD staff, which includes regular review and auditing of clinical documentation and patient care processes.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor residents for changes in weight weekly/monthly to identify potential changes in nutrition or hydration status alongside additional RD on staff.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to residents, families, and staff as needed.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).

Registered Dietitian, Foodservice Manager

Clinical Research

• Conduct comprehensive initial nutrition assessments and establish individualized care plans consistent with study guidelines.
• Provide ongoing nutrition and lifestyle counseling during scheduled Telehealth visits.
• Deliver evidence-based guidance related to: Calorie intake and macronutrient balance, Protein and hydration needs, Sustainable behavior change strategies, Physical activity support.
• Review participant self-reported diet and activity information prior to counseling sessions.
• Accurately document all encounters and participant progress in accordance with study requirements.
• Communicate professionally with internal research staff as needed to support study objectives.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all documentation and privacy standards.

RD Nutrition Consultants

Registered Dietitian, Foodservice Manager

Registered Dietitian – Clinical Research Role

Registered Dietitian – Clinical Research