Registered Dietitian
About The Position
The Registered Dietitian (RD) assesses each resident’s or patient’s nutritional care and advises the clinical team, dietary department, and Administration on residents’ nutritional status. This includes interpreting lab values, reviewing nutritional intake and consumption patterns, considering food and drug interactions and therapeutic diets, and supporting overall customer satisfaction. The role helps ensure optimal nutrition for residents and maintain high standards of care. The organization emphasizes person-centered care, teamwork, respect, appreciation, integrity, trust, communication, and collaboration.
Requirements
- Registered Dietitian license.
- 3–5 years of experience in an acute or long-term care environment.
- Excellent knowledge of skilled nursing regulations at the federal, state, and local levels as they pertain to the dietary field, including interpretation and implementation.
- Excellent knowledge of the aging process and the physical, psychosocial, and social needs of long-term care residents with regard to nutrition.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with PointClickCare (PCC).
Responsibilities
- Assess the nutritional care of each resident or patient in the center.
- Advise the clinical team, dietary department, and Administration on residents’ nutritional status.
- Interpret lab values and review nutritional intake and consumption patterns.
- Assess food and drug interactions and therapeutic diets.
- Support overall customer satisfaction and optimal nutrition for residents.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Professional development support and growth opportunities.
- Continuing education and training.
- Access to earned wages before payday through UKG Wallet.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
