Registered Dietitian

HHS, LLC•Midlothian, VA

35d•$62,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a friendly, compassionate, leader to join our culinary team! Guide patients, families, and facility staff on all aspects of medical nutrition therapy to create a healthy and healing environment. Build relationships with physicians and nursing to support patient satisfaction and achieve quality care that meets each patient’s nutritional needs.

Requirements

Registered Dietitian with the Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed dietitian as required per state regulations
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or related field
Knowledge of regulatory standards
Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software

Responsibilities

Complete nutrition assessments and follow-ups for individuals with increased nutritional needs in accordance with facility policies.
Document assessment of nutritional goals and/or changes in status in the medical record.
Educate individuals and/or their family members on nutritional needs as indicated.
Attend patient rounds on assigned floors.
Inform nursing and physicians of changes in patient/resident nutritional status.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Clinical Nutrition Manager, Lead Clinical Dietitian, or DFNS.
Participate in patient/resident satisfaction programs with culinary and nutrition services.
Ensure processes are followed and participate in performance improvements within trouble areas.
Educate staff, nursing, and food service employees on issues regarding special diets or formulas.
Review and approve menus, formularies, substitutions, or changes.