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Registered Dietitian
RD Nutrition ConsultantsClinical Registered Dietitian providing flexible in-person and remote nutritional care as part of a healthcare team. Collaborating with health professionals to ensure the best care for residents in skilled nursing.
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments on new admissions and quarterly thereafter, with more frequent reviews as needed for high-risk residents.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
- Provide nutrition education and counseling as needed
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
- Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations, including those related to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Department of Health (DOH).
- Maintain appropriate documentation.
- Monitor all residents for changes in weight weekly and/or monthly to identify potential changes in nutrition or hydration status.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nutrition care services and resident outcomes as needed.
- Conduct monthly kitchen sanitation audits, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.
- Review and approve menu on a semi-annual basis to ensure it meets USDA guidelines
- Perform other tasks as assigned and within scope of practice as needed.
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited program.
- Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Current state licensure/certification (if mandated by the state)
- Minimum of 1 year clinical experience (preferred).
- Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Possesses the ability to apply critical thinking to a variety of situations, assess objectives, develop and implement and monitor effective plans for improvement.
- Proficiency in providing general nutrition interventions.
- Familiarity with state survey processes and adhering to nutrition care regulations
- Competency in electronic charting systems
Benefits
Comp & perks- Mileage Reimbursement: Paid at the current federal mileage rate
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Hard Skills & Tools
Nutritional AssessmentNutrition Care Plan DevelopmentGeneral Nutrition InterventionsKitchen Sanitation AuditsWeight Monitoring
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsCritical Thinking
Certifications
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in DieteticsRegistered by the Commission on Dietetic RegistrationCurrent State Licensure/Certification