Registered Dietitian

East Boston Neighborhood Health Center Corporation • Everett, WA

13d • $65,520 - $101,920

About The Position

The PACE Registered Dietitian (RD) is an integral member of the PACE Interdisciplinary Team. The RD conducts clinical assessments, develops care plans, and coordinates interventions to support participants’ nutritional health and management of chronic health conditions, consistent with PACE policy and procedure and evidence-based guidelines for medical nutrition therapy and the nutrition care process. The RD also oversees nutrition-related competencies for Dietary Assistants in the PACE Center and all PACE Health Aides. RDs report directly to the Nutrition Manager. Clinical competencies are evaluated through Peer Review, and RDs participate in NeighborHealth Nutrition Department activities that support clinical excellence.

This is a full-time position in the PACE Meals and Nutrition department at 801 Broadway. The stated salary range is $65,520–$101,920.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience as a Registered Dietitian.
• At least one year of experience with elders.
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RL) or RD eligible from an accredited academic institution.
• Obtain state licensure within three months of hire.
• Maintain state and national registration/licensure.
• Maintain the American Dietetic Association Professional Portfolio.
• ServSafe Safety Certification, including Massachusetts Allergen Training Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree preferred.
• CDE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutrition assessments and implement care plans at enrollment, annually, and at status changes, appropriately and in a timely manner according to policies and procedures.
• Complete progress notes and update care plan problems, goals, interventions, and/or functional status tools appropriately and in a timely manner according to policies and procedures.
• Provide chronic care management based on participant-centered goals and current evidence-based practice.
• Address high-risk nutrition-related issues, including weight loss and skin breakdown, and assess participants according to policies and procedures.
• Manage a site-specific list of participants at high risk for weight loss and be prepared to discuss it monthly at team meetings.
• Collaborate with participants, caregivers, and other Interdisciplinary Team members to develop and implement team goals and related plans of care.
• Provide culturally, linguistically, and age-appropriate nutrition counseling to participants and family members or caregivers.
• Oversee nutrition-related competencies for Dietary Assistants in the PACE Center and all PACE Health Aides.
• Participate in NeighborHealth Nutrition Department activities that support clinical excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed