Dietitian Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree or higher in Nutrition/Dietetics from an accredited educational program.
• Successful completion of an internship or equivalent clinical management practice which would qualify for Professional Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Active and on-going Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Certified Dietitian - Nutritionist (CDN) with The New York State Department of Education or Licensure in the state of employment (or to be obtained within one year from date of hire).
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

• Active membership in The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred.
• Long term care experience preferred.
• Computer skills and knowledge in nutritional software programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes nutrition assessments for the adult/geriatric population in a long term care and sub-acute rehabilitation setting in accordance with Elderwood policies and standards of care.
• Develops, implements, monitors, and appropriately documents individualized nutrition care plans based on current best practices.
• Provides nutrition counseling/education for residents and their family members.
• Maintains resident nutrition information in the computer system.
• Conducts routine audits and monitors performance improvement initiatives related to nutrition and food service.
• Attends, and actively participates in, resident care plan meetings, staff meetings, required in-service programs, and other meetings/programs deemed appropriate by the Administrator or Director of Nutritional Services.
• Maintains a working knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding nutritional services in the long term care setting.
• Serves as a nutrition consultant for the Administrator, Diet Technician, Food Service Director, Dietary Supervisor, and multidisciplinary medical team.
• Acts as a preceptor for Dietetic students and interns and as a supervisor/mentor to the Diet Technician(s).
• Conducts in-service programs for dietary and facility staff upon request.
• Assists the Food Service Director and/or Dietary Supervisor with department oversight on an as-needed basis.
• Support and abide by Elderwood’s Mission, Vision and Values.
• Must abide by Elderwood’s businesses code of conduct, compliance and HIPAA policies.
• Adheres to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Code of Conduct and Professional Standards.