Dietitian

Brief Description The Clinical Dietitian plans, directs, and provides all aspects of nutritional care to residents of the TRU across adult to geriatric ages. The Clinical Dietitian participates in planning facility menus and must demonstrate knowledge of age‑specific principles, assess resident status, interpret data to identify requirements, and provide care per Food Services Department policies and procedures. Supervision Type of supervision exercised: Team Leader. Jobs reporting to this position: Diet Office Staff. Education Registered dietitian status required with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in nutrition or dietetics, or individuals eligible to become registered dietitians and obtain RD within six months of hire. Advanced degree preferred. Certification as a Clinical Nutrition Specialist Dietitian preferred. Work Experience Two (2) years experience in an adult or geriatric health care environment preferred. Special Employment Requirements Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check. Must be registered by the Commission on Registration of the American Dietetic Association. Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction with management, medical staff, nursing and other related departments and staff. #J-18808-Ljbffr