Corporate Operations - Regional Registered Dietitian

PIONEER HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT • Bingham Farms, MI

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About The Position

The Regional Registered Dietitian coordinates patients’ nutritional care by completing nutritional assessments, developing and implementing care plans, and documenting dietary information. The role also provides guidance to and collaborates with Facility Dietary Managers in delivering food and nutrition services. The position serves assigned facilities and supports nutrition and service quality improvement at both facility and corporate levels.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or other advanced degree in dietetics.
• License or certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) by the state of Michigan.
• Proficiency in conducting patient assessments and developing nutrition plans.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF), assisted living facility, or continuing care retirement community (CCRC) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review menus for variety and rotation of menu items.
• Complete consultations for at-risk residents, including tube feeders, patients receiving TPN, residents with ESRD or diabetes, and residents with complex wounds; develop plans of care.
• Monitor resident weights and participate in resident weight committees at each facility quarterly or more frequently.
• Participate in the QAPI Committee at each facility quarterly or more frequently.
• Monitor and review MDS assessments and care plans for at-risk residents completed by facility staff.
• Monitor assigned facilities’ compliance with food safety and sanitation practices monthly and provide feedback to the NHA and Dietary Manager.
• Identify opportunities to improve service and quality and work with assigned facilities and corporate teams to develop processes that enhance resident nutrition and satisfaction.
• Conduct diagnostic evaluations to assess patients’ nutritional needs.
• Perform other duties as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time