Registered Dietitian - Up to $39.00 per hour (Battle Creek, MI)

NexCare WellBridge Senior Living•Battle Creek, MI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Join our AWARD WINNING team at Evergreen! SILVER National Quality Award WINNERS! The Registered Dietician is responsible for assessing, developing, and directing the overall nutrition plan of care for each guest. An important aspect of this position is collaborating with and encouraging guests and families to participate in the development of care plans. Additionally, the Registered Dietitian continually studies emerging trends and stays current on new research related to the practice of dietetics and educates the culinary staff on pertinent topics related to human nutrition and culinary service. This position would be considered a part time position for up to 24 hours per week (3 days per week).

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition (must be accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics).
Current registration status in Michigan.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide nutrition services appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents.
Must be knowledgeable of dietary practices and procedures as well the laws, regulations and guidelines governing dietary functions in nursing care facilities.

Responsibilities

Assessing, developing, and directing the overall nutrition plan of care for each guest.
Collaborating with and encouraging guests and families to participate in the development of care plans.
Studying emerging trends and staying current on new research related to the practice of dietetics.
Educating the culinary staff on pertinent topics related to human nutrition and culinary service.