Dietitian

Athena Health Care Systems•Webster, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lanessa Extended Care, a 96-bed skilled nursing facility in Webster, Massachusetts, is hiring a part-time Registered Dietitian for 24 hours per week. The schedule is flexible, and pay is up to $46 per hour, paid weekly. The Dietitian provides nutrition evaluations and interventions for residents and oversees dietary services, including therapeutic diet planning, food preparation and service, menu adherence, inventory, and staff education. The facility follows federal and state staff vaccination guidelines; its policy requires staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations or acknowledge a declination. Lanessa Extended Care is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and encourages all individuals to apply.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics from an accredited college or university.
Must be able to provide point-of-service meal delivery.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility.
Training in cost control, food management, diet therapy, or related areas.

Responsibilities

Monitor resident weights and weight changes, and provide nutrition intervention when necessary.
Complete nutrition evaluations for admissions.
Complete weekly and monthly weight audits.
Document all nutrition-related resident visits.
Create and update resident care plans.
Provide point-of-service meal delivery.
Follow therapeutic diet guidelines, including proper food temperature and serving time.
Educate department staff on dietary functions.
Plan, prepare, and serve therapeutic diets.
Maintain sufficient inventory in accordance with policy and procedure, including emergency supplies.
Formulate menus within accepted therapeutic guidelines.
Ensure menus are followed accurately and appropriate substitutes are made according to policy.
Ensure the quality and quantity of all food delivery.