NUTRITION COUNSELOR

Samaritan Health Services•Portland, OR

3d•$22 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Nutrition Counselor provides nutrition care and food service support within a long-term care setting under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. This role focuses on supporting resident nutritional health, monitoring dietary intake, ensuring compliance with therapeutic diets, and maintaining high standards of food safety and quality to enhance residents’ quality of life.

Responsibilities

Resident Nutrition Care
Conduct nutrition screenings and collect data on residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and risks
Monitor meal intake, weight changes, and hydration status
Assist in implementing and monitoring individualized nutrition care plans
Report changes in residents’ nutritional status to the RDN and interdisciplinary care team
Participate in care conferences as needed
Dietary Compliance & Meal Service
Ensure meals and snacks meet therapeutic and texture requirements
Perform tray audits and meal rounds to verify accuracy, portion sizes, and diet compliance
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to address feeding concerns and adaptive needs
Food Safety & Quality Assurance
Monitor adherence to food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards
Assist in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., CMS guidelines)
Participate in quality improvement and audit activities
Report and address food service concerns or deficiencies
Resident Engagement & Education
Provide basic nutrition education to residents and families as appropriate
Promote resident satisfaction by incorporating food preferences and cultural needs
Assist with menu planning that reflects resident choices and nutritional adequacy
Administrative & Operational Support
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in medical records
Assist with menu review, nutrient analysis, and production sheets
Train and support dietary aides as needed