Licensed Nutrition Specialist

2 weeks ago


Beacon, New York, United States Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing Full time
STARTING RATE:
$36.00/hr. ($38.00 per hour, depending on experience)

SHIFT:
Part-Time, 32 hours per week and Per-Diem options

BENEFITS:
Weekly Paychecks
Same-Day Pay Options
Health, Dental, Life Insurance
Retirement/401k

JOB SUMMARY:

Collaborates with the Food Service Director, Diet Technician, and other dietary staff to ensure optimal nutritional care is provided. Establishes effective communication and rapport with interdisciplinary teams and engages with residents on a personal level.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Conducts initial nutritional assessments for all new residents.
  • Ensures that menus for standard and therapeutic diets meet nutritional standards as per the facility's diet manual.
  • Works alongside the diet technician to coordinate:
    • Weights, meal patterns, nourishments, and meal supplement intake.
    • Documentation requirements and transfer/discharge summaries.
    • Tube feeding reviews.
  • Reviews and evaluates relevant lab values and maintains accurate documentation.
  • Provides ongoing counseling and education to patients, residents, families, and staff regarding proper nutrition.
  • Monitors residents' meal and supplement intake for appropriateness.
  • Facilitates referrals to Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Dentistry, and Nursing as necessary.
  • Collaborates with the Food Service Director to ensure:
    • Policies and procedures are current and reviewed annually.
    • Dietetic education programs are developed for dietary and nursing staff.
    • The facility diet manual is up-to-date and approved.
    • Dietary changes are nutritionally sound.
  • Participates in interdisciplinary meetings and reviews meeting minutes to stay informed.
  • Maintains registration in accordance with state regulations and provides necessary documentation.
  • Attends relevant seminars and meetings to enhance job performance and credentials.
  • Evaluates diet histories and nourishment records.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:
  • Knowledge of Infection Control Practices.
  • Ability to develop Menus/Recipes/Consistencies.
  • Proficient in Nutritional Assessment and Care Planning.
  • Understanding of Hydration needs.
  • Commitment to maintaining resident rights and HIPAA standards.
  • Adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Engagement in Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives.
  • Exhibits professionalism and teamwork.

QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
  • Minimum: Associate's degree in Dietetics/Nutrition.
  • Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Dietetics/Nutrition.

EXPERIENCE:
  • Minimum: Ten full-time equivalent years of education and supervised experience.
  • Preferred: Completion of Bachelor’s educational program experience requirements.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Valid NYS Dietician license

ABOUT US:

Taconic Health Care is a network of health care facilities dedicated to providing high-quality care. Our team consists of compassionate caregivers committed to making a difference in the lives of our residents.



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