Dietitian
About The Position
Moorings Park is seeking a Registered Dietitian to oversee food service activities at The Chateau skilled nursing facility and ensure courteous, efficient service of nutritious meals and snacks to residents and staff. The role includes accurate and timely medical documentation related to resident care and a commitment to providing services whenever necessary. The Registered Dietitian supports staff education and training, collaborates with Food & Beverage leadership on operating issues and resident dietary needs, and assists with menu development. The role also completes nutritional assessments and care plans, monitors resident weights, documents concerns, and ensures dietary services comply with applicable regulations and standards. The position may require remaining on duty for the duration of emergencies or natural disasters.
Requirements
- Registered Dietitian certification and a current license to practice in Florida.
- Bachelor's degree.
- At least two years of experience in food service operations at a hospital or skilled nursing facility.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
Responsibilities
- Help ensure Dietary personnel receive staff education in accordance with the staff education plan and provide on-the-job training to The Chateau staff.
- Conduct staff meetings as needed.
- Communicate with the Food & Beverage Director about operating problems, resident food service, and modified diets.
- Assist in developing menus for The Chateau residents and staff based on preferences and nutritional needs.
- Complete the nutritional status portion of the computerized MDS according to the schedule established by the Resident Assessment Coordinator.
- Establish resident care plans based on MDS triggers and address needs or problems not identified by the MDS.
- Monitor resident weights, implement interventions as needed, and document weight concerns accurately.
- Ensure assessments and quarterly notes are timely, accurate, and complete.
- Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining written dietary service objectives, standards of practice, and procedures.
- Ensure The Chateau Dietary Services comply with local, state, and federal regulations related to modified diets, service sanitation, and personnel.
- Maintain good working relationships with supervisors and staff in other departments.
- Comply with HIPAA regulations and standards.
- Maintain Food Handlers Certification.
- Follow and direct the work and break schedules of supervised staff.
- Assume responsibilities in unison with the Assistant Director of Food & Beverage when the Chateau Director of Food & Beverage is absent.
- Demonstrate initiative toward increased competency and commitment to Moorings Park.
- During emergencies or natural disasters, remain on duty for the duration of the event if required.
Benefits
- Free health and dental insurance.
- Free telemedicine services for medical and behavioral health needs.
- Vision insurance.
- Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
- Generous paid time off program.
- Health Savings Account with employer contribution.
- Retirement plan with employer match.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Wellness program with complimentary access to the on-site fitness center.
- Corporate discount programs.
- Employee Assistance Program.
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Job Type
Full-time
