Registered Dietitian- PACE, FT, Day

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing nutrition care and education to participants in the Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). The Registered Dietitian evaluates nutritional status and nutrient requirements, develops and implements nutritional care plans, recommends nutritional prescriptions, evaluates participant tolerance and the effectiveness of nutritional care, and communicates nutritional information to physicians and other health professionals. This position is bonus eligible. The role includes conducting nutritional assessments and reassessments, providing nutrition education, documenting participant changes, communicating changes to team members, and participating in interdisciplinary care planning. Dietary services for participants must be available 24 hours per day as needed. This is a non-management position reporting to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

Requirements

Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
One year of experience with the frail or elderly population.
ADA registered CDE or CDE eligible within 24 months.
Registered Dietitian state licensure (e.g., SC LLR).
Registered Dietitian licensure from the CDR.
Valid driver’s license, acceptable motor vehicle record as defined by the Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Chart, and proof of auto insurance.
Knowledge of office equipment such as fax machines and copiers.
Proficient computer skills, including word processing.
Data entry skills.
Mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct nutritional assessments and reassessments in accordance with nutrition standards.
Provide nutrition education to participants, caregivers, staff, and the community as ordered by a physician and according to ADA standards.
Document participant changes appropriately in the medical record and communicate those changes to team members.
Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team, attend staff meetings, and take part in participant care planning.
Ensure services related to participants’ dietary needs are available 24 hours per day as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.