Registered Dietitian- PACE, FT, Day

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

23h

About The Position

The Registered Dietitian provides nutrition care and education to participants in the Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). The role evaluates participants’ nutritional status and nutrient requirements; develops and implements nutritional care plans; recommends nutritional prescriptions; evaluates tolerance and effectiveness of nutritional care; and communicates nutritional information to physicians and other health professionals. The dietitian provides nutrition education to participants, caregivers, staff, and the community as ordered by a physician and according to ADA standards. The position participates in the Interdisciplinary Team, staff meetings, and participant care planning, and helps ensure dietary services are available 24 hours a day as needed. This is a non-management role reporting to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive. The position is bonus eligible.

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 eligible to become a CDE 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 according to 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 in the medical record and communicate 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.
Comply with Prisma Health’s purpose: “Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.”