Registered Dietitian

Life Care Centers of America•Winter Haven, FL

60d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Registered Dietitian plans modified diets as requested by attending physician, provides oversight for the food services department, and provides nutritional assessments for patients as needed in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in dietetics or related program approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Currently registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and meet licensure or certification per State requirements. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
Registered with American Dietetic Association
Prior experience in nutritional assessment and planning
Two (2) years' experience in a health care facility. Prior post acute care experience preferred.
Familiar with standards of practice used in the assessment of geriatric patients
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Nice To Haves

Prior post acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Consult with patient and family concerning nutrition needs and goals
Check menu plans to ensure they meet nutritional needs of patients and to ensure quality food service standards
Plan modified diets for patients as requested by attending physician
Input dietary information accurately and in a timely manner (i.e., patient charting, dietary database)
Participate in Interdisciplinary Patient Care meetings involving nutrition
Assist with other food service duties as required
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language