About This Role
This role oversees the nutritional clinical operations and surveys kitchen and dining programs for a facility. The Registered Dietitian provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and works with the Dietary Supervisor to ensure quality food, service, and nutritional care for residents.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate the Medical Nutrition Therapy needs of residents and implement appropriate interventions to improve their nutritional status
- Coordinate resident care with the Interdisciplinary Team
- Coordinate with the Nutrition Services Supervisor/Manager the review and customization of regular and therapeutic menus
- Conduct meal rounds and interview staff and residents to ensure residents are receiving foods in the amount, type, consistency, and frequency required to maintain or improve nutritional status
- Routinely inspect the food service area(s) and practices for compliance with company policies, procedures, standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations
- Participate in the long-term care survey process
- Provide in-service training to Nursing Center staff on topics related to Nutrition and Foodservice
- Present a professional image to consumers through attire, behavior, and speech
- Adhere to Company standards for resolving consumer concerns
- Ensure that all residents'/residents' rights are protected
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in long-term care
- Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field
- Knowledge of Word Processing software and Spreadsheet software
- Registered Dietitian or certification as mandated by the state in which employed
- Ability to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel
- Ability to talk or hear
- Requires standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and lifting
- Specific vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus
Nice to have:
Important Details
- Supervisory Responsibilities: None
- Work Environment: Usually moderate noise level
About the Company
The company provides quality food, service, and nutritional care to residents.