Regional Dietician

Job Duties Review all new residents on admission to ensure adequate nutrition is offered to meet nutrition needs. Review current residents quarterly, annually and as needed. Review residents for significant weight loss or gain. Assess and review residents for wounds caused by pressure, calculate energy needs, and make appropriate recommendations to support wound healing and prevention. Attend Clinically at‑Risk meetings. Attend food committee meetings as needed. Complete section K of the MDS. Write Nutrition Plan of Care and update as needed. Conduct room visits to observe the resident and obtain habits related to current nutrition practices. Meet with resident or family as needed to implement appropriate nutrition interventions. Tour Dietary Services as needed to observe sanitary conditions. Dining room observations as needed to identify ancillary services that may be beneficial to the resident. Meal tray audits monthly and as needed to ensure foods are served at appropriate temperatures, are palatable, and presented properly. Provide RD recommendations for MD approval. Communicate with nursing staff as needed for root cause analysis. #J-18808-Ljbffr