Dietitian Specialist
2 months ago
We are seeking a highly skilled Registered Dietitian to join our team at Cura LLC. As a Registered Dietitian, you will play a vital role in providing nutritional expertise to our healthcare team and educating patients, staff, and consultants.
Job Summary:The successful candidate will have a strong background in nutrition and dietetics, with the ability to assess and address the nutritional needs of patients. You will work closely with our healthcare team to develop and implement nutrition plans, provide education and support to patients and staff, and contribute to the development of quality improvement programs.
Responsibilities:- Provide nutritional expertise to the healthcare team and educate patients, staff, and consultants
- Follow the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics standards of practice and facility regulatory requirements
- Interact with other departments to set up procedures and policies, and in problem-solving as it relates to dining service and nutrition
- Actively participate in the development, review, and revision of continuous quality improvement programs
- Passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) or meets the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics requirements for eligibility
- Completes 75 hours of continuing education hours every five years, in accordance with the CDR, utilizing the professional portfolio development process
- Licensed or certified, per state requirements
- Knowledge of regulation standards specific to comprehensive assessments, care planning, and residents' rights
- Ability to teach others, specifically pertaining to nutrition and dietetics
- Bachelor's degree in nutrition or related field
- Experience working in healthcare or long-term care
- Reimbursement for RD license and dues
- Reimbursement for continuing education credits
- Medical (FT Employees)
- Dental
- Vision
- Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
- Discount Program
- Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
Cura LLC serves hospitals, senior living centers, and other long-term care facilities. We guarantee compassionate service and healthy, delicious meals to ensure that quality of life never diminishes.
We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.