Regional Registered Dietitian

MediLodge•Cheboygan, MI

17d

About The Position

The Regional Registered Dietitian works with regional and corporate teams to maximize the clinical and operational performance of the nutrition program and to coordinate and direct dietary services. The role supports dietitians and dietary managers in maintaining quality patient care and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and company standards. The Regional Dietitian understands and validates company nutritional standards and Quality Indicators and works with the Regional team to ensure those standards are maintained. Facility visits and related documentation are also required where assigned. In collaboration with the Corporate Registered Dietitian, the role directs and coordinates development, implementation, and maintenance of the diet manual, menus, dietary capital equipment specifications, and dietary Quality Indicators. The Regional Registered Dietitian supports facilities and regional operations through training, quality review, survey preparation and participation, regulatory compliance, and communication with facility and corporate teams. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field.
Registered Dietitian credential with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
License or certification as mandated by the state in which employed.
Ability to read and write English at a level appropriate for the job and to communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing.
Ability to communicate effectively with residents, family members, and people at all levels of the organization.
Accuracy, concision, and attention to detail.
Knowledge of safe food preparation and handling techniques.
Knowledge of quantity food production.
Knowledge of medical nutrition therapy for residents in a long-term care setting.
Understanding of growth and development across the life span and ability to provide appropriate care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric residents, as applicable to the resident population.
Ability to perform job duties safely in accordance with physical, sensory, and mental requirements.

Nice To Haves

ServSafe Food Safety Certification.
Experience in a long-term care environment.
Experience in geriatric nutrition.

Responsibilities

Direct and coordinate development, implementation, and maintenance of the diet manual, menus, dietary capital equipment specifications, and dietary Quality Indicators in collaboration with the Corporate Registered Dietitian.
Coordinate dietary services with other patient-care services through ongoing communication with director, manager, and consultant colleagues.
Serve as the facility Dietitian at designated facilities, as assigned by the Corporate Dietitian and/or Regional Director of Operations.
Review consultant reports, Quality Assurance results, and regional survey results; recommend interventions and follow up when needed.
Ensure compliance with National and Regional food vendor and manufacturer programs throughout the region.
Collaborate with operations and facility administration to interview and select facility dietitians and dietary managers.
Communicate issues, concerns, and opportunities for improvement to the Executive Director and Director of Operations.
Monitor and validate nutritional systems for the region and assist operations in improving services at targeted facilities.
Train consultants, dietary managers, and dietitians as indicated by Quality Indicators, regulatory changes, and facility visits.
Participate in presurvey visits with the regional team and in the long-term care survey process.
Remain present at the Nursing Center as directed while surveyors are onsite, direct timely collection of information requested by the survey team, and take corrective action during the survey when appropriate.
Work with the Nutrition Services Supervisor or Manager and other Nursing Center departments to develop a survey plan of correction when needed.
Maintain good communication and working relationships with all Nursing Center departments.
Perform duties safely and stay current on applicable federal and state regulations, dietetic registration and licensure requirements, and food safety requirements.
Monitor industry trends, new products, current research, and new programs in medical nutrition therapy and foodservice, and incorporate them into work as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options.
Flexible pay options through UKG Wallet, with daily, weekly, or bi-weekly pay.
Benefits Concierge assistance with understanding and using benefit options.
Pet insurance with three options.
Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
401(k) retirement savings.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
Unlimited referral bonuses.
Competitive wages.
Career development opportunities, including learning, training, and advancement.