Registered Dietitian

Company: Priority Care Rehab Staffing
Location: Bronx
Posted on: September 2, 2024

Job Description:

*OVERVIEW:*The Dietitian will assess the nutritional needs, dietary restrictions and current health plans for the facilitys residents to develop and implement dietary care plans and provide nutritional counseling as needed.*RESPONSIBILITIES:** Completes initial, quarterly and annual nutritional reviews on residents in compliance with federal and state guidelines. Complete monthly nutritional reviews on high-risk residents (significant weight loss/gain, pressure ulcer, hemodialysis, tube fed, hospice, etc.). Complete significant nutritional change reviews as necessary.* Review monthly and weekly weights of residents to assess whether significant changes warrant modifications to nutritional care plans.* Attend and participate in care plan conferences, Quality Assurance meetings, Morning Meetings, stand up and other clinical meetings, as directed, to obtain information and to provide relevant information regarding residents under Dietitians care.* Counsel patients, families, and staff about requirements; handles complaints and resolves problems* Consult with physicians and other health care personnel (Nurse Practitioners, Dialysis Dietitians, Nursing Staff, etc.) to conduct independent assessment as to the dietary restrictions and nutritional needs of residents.* Communicate with residents to assess overall nutrition and provide individualized assessment accordingly.* Assist in coordination of nutrition care services with the Dietary Supervisors.* Monitor food service operations to ensure conformance to nutritional, safety, sanitation and quality standards, as well as all applicable state and federal regulations.* Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.* Use independent logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.* Knowledge and understanding of regulatory process including all applicable federal, state and local regulations applicable to completing job responsibilities.* Perform such other and necessary duties as reasonably requested by management and in accordance with the facilitys established policies and procedures.*QUALIFICATIONS:** Holds an approved baccalaureate degree with major studies in Nutrition and Dietetics* Holds State Licensure or Certification as a Registered Dietitian* Open to Newly licensed applicants or fresh graduates*WHAT WE OFFER:** Sign-on Bonus of $1000* W2 employment* PTO/PSL* Voluntary Health InsuranceIf you need more information about our company, you can visit our website at: https://prioritycarestaffing.com/.#RSN1Job Type: Full-timePay: Up to $50.00 per hourExpected hours: 32 40 per weekBenefits:* Paid time off* Referral programMedical Specialty:* Dietetics* GeriatricsSchedule:* 5x8* 8 hour shift* Day shift* Monday to FridayLicense/Certification:* Registered Dietitian (Required)Work Location: In personby Jobble

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