Registered Dietitian - York

Will oversee the nutritional clinical operations and survey kitchen and dining programs for a facility. Experience necessary at least 2 years Long Term Care. EMR charting experience is a plus. Summary Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and work with the Dietary Supervisor to ensure that quality food, service and nutritional care are being provided to residents by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Evaluates the Medical Nutrition Therapy needs of the residents and implements appropriate interventions to improve their nutritional status. Coordinates resident care with the Interdisciplinary Team. Coordinates with the Nutrition Services Supervisor/Manager the review and customization of the regular and therapeutic menus. Conducts meal rounds and interviews staff and residents to ensure residents are receiving foods in the amount, type, consistency, and frequency required to maintain or improve nutritional status. Routinely inspects the food service area(s) and practices for compliance with company policies, procedures, standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Participates in the long-term care survey process. Provides in-service training to Nursing Center staff on topics related to Nutrition and Foodservice. Other duties may be assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field; experience in long-term care environment. Computer Skills Knowledge of Word Processing software and Spreadsheet software. Certificates and Licenses Registered Dietitian or certification as mandated by the state in which employed. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. Requires standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and lifting. Consumer Service Presents professional image to consumers through attire, behavior and speech. Adheres to Company standards for resolving consumer concerns. Ensures that all residents/residents’ rights are protected. #J-18808-Ljbffr