PRN Dietitian (As Needed)

St. Paul's Senior Services•Lafayette, CO

23h•$27 - $42

About The Position

The PACE Registered Dietitian is responsible for coordination and assessment of nutritional status and dietary needs of the PACE participants and planning for the provision of adequate dietary intake to enable participant to achieve his/her optimal level of independent functioning. Providing necessary consultation and teaching to participants, families, and health team. Oversees food services, including congregate and home delivered meals.

Requirements

2+ years relevant experience working as an RD.
License to hold the position of Registered Dietitian (RD)
May consider Baccalaureate Degree with major studies in food and nutrition.
ServSafe certification or completed within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Dietetics preferred

Responsibilities

Monitor weight, medical diagnosis, drug nutrient interactions, changes in chewing or swallowing, mood changes, hydration status, intake, skin breakdown and report changes to the IDT with recommendations for changes
Provide nutritional counseling and education for PACE program participants and/or caregivers using appropriate materials. Provide individual and group education as appropriate..
Oversee maintenance/cleanliness and orderliness of Day Center kitchen
Monitor portion control; appropriate serving of food; adherence to therapeutic diets, purchasing and inventory of food
Provide nutrition and food service training to PACE staff
Act as liaison with contracted meal service provider to ensure meals meet the needs of the PACE participants
Remains abreast of advances in nutrition. Apply nutritional knowledge to patient populations ranging from age 55+ for inpatient, outpatient and home care settings