Registered Dietitian (Monday-Thursday)
About The Position
Join The Senior Community Care of Michigan PACE as a Registered Dietitian in Lansing, MI. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you. Senior Community Care of Michigan PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree from an accredited college with major studies in food and nutrition or dietetics required
- Licensed in the state as a Dietitian. Registered Dietitian Certification required
- Minimum of one year of experience working with a frail or elderly population required
- Must have a valid driver’s license and have means of transportation
Responsibilities
- Provides quality Nutrition Care through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, evidencebased Nutrition Care Process. Specific to each disease/condition, completes the Nutrition Assessment, Nutrition Diagnosis, Nutrition Interventions, on-going Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation. Provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and education to participants and or caregivers. Reports any changes in participant status to the Interdisciplinary Team and coordinates interventions with the appropriate staff.
- Conducts an in-person re-assessment yearly; and every six (6) months if actively involved in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care. Also, any participant with a change of status is re-assessed in-person.
- Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team. Maintains regular attendance at, and participants in Interdisciplinary Team meetings; communicates participant changes, collaborates on care planning decisions and coordination for twenty-four (24) hour care delivery.
- Monitors monthly weights, medical diagnosis, drug nutrient interactions, changes in chewing, swallowing, mood changes hydration status, intake, skin breakdown, reports changes to the Interdisciplinary Team and makes recommendations for changes to appropriate staff.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 403(b) with discretionary contribution
- Paid Time Off + Personal Days
- Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
- Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
- Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
