Registered Dietitian

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:Registered Dietitian Location: PACE of Alexandria Status: Full time Shift: Mon to Fri, typically 8a-5pm, no nights, weekends, on call or holiday shifts Incentives: Day 1 BenefitsPosition Purpose: The primary purpose of your job position is to display comprehensive knowledge of clinical nutrition and therapeutic diets; complete participant nutritional assessments and reassessments as needed; obtain participant food preferences and adhere to dietary modifications; determine adequacy of current diet and supplements when necessary; conduct meal rounds and sanitation inspections; as well as providing nutritional education to participants, caregivers, and staff.What you will do: Attend and participate in scheduled training, in-service training, mandatory annual in-service training and educational classes as required/needed.Conduct initial and annual comprehensive nutritional assessment on all participants. Coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to develop a comprehensive care plan for each participant.Monitor monthly weights, medical diagnosis, drug nutrient interactions, reports changes to the interdisciplinary team and makes recommendations for changes to appropriate staff.Perform initial and annual competencies on the Dietary Aide(s).Oversee maintenance/cleanliness and orderliness of serving kitchen.Act as a liaison with contracted meal service to ensure meals meet the needs of the PACE participants.Provide education and training to health care professionals as neededMinimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition, dietetics or a related field and Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist licensure.Minimum one (1) year of documented experience working with frail or elderly population.Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of clinical nutrition and therapeutic diets.Must be action-oriented, have business acumen, manage conflict well, be customer focused, have high decision quality, flexibility to adapt to ongoing change and have organizational agility. Ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment.Possess interpersonal skills to drive collaboration, commitment and productivity when working with cross functional teams, customers, and end users. Must be comfortable functioning in a virtual, collaborative shared leadership environment.Demonstrates superior written and verbal communication and presentation skills appropriate for audience comprehension. Well-developed communication skills, both written and oral, that may be used either in an on-site or virtual environment is required. Able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing diverse perspectives.Proficiency with Microsoft product suite (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.); basic knowledge and experience with electronic mail and calendaring system. Ability to use other software as required to perform the essential functions of the job. Position may require 10% travel within the Centers geographic region. Position requires ability to engage in frequent kneeling, crouching, reaching, lifting, sitting, walking, bending and lifting. Must be able to push, pull, move and or lift a minimum of 20 pounds if applicable. Position Highlights and Benefits: Comprehensive benefit packages available, including 1st Day medical coverage, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B and educational assistance. Access to wages earned daily through Daily Pay. Ability to earn incentives through our Employee Referral program. Warm and supportive environment with a truly patient-centered focus. Comprehensive Orientation and professional development opportunities Ministry/Facility Information Trinity Health PACE programs offer continuous, quality care to the elderly, allowing them the independence of living at home. Seniors who qualify for nursing home care alternatively have the option to receive comprehensive care from an interdisciplinary team of experts, all focused on improving participants' health. At our centers, seniors receive clinical and rehabilitation therapy and build relationships with doctors, nurses and fellow participants - all under one roof. We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. Our core values: Reverence, Commitment to Those Who are Poor, Safety, Justice, Stewardship, Integrity.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.