Dietitian Specialist
2 months ago
Getzville, New York, United States
Weinberg Campus
Full time
Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Registered Dietitian to join our team at Weinberg Campus. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will conduct assessments of our skilled nursing residents, assess their nutritional needs, and implement care plans that meet their diagnoses and dietary requirements.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct initial and periodic nutrition assessments on assigned clients, adhering to developed standards and evidence-based practice.
- Develop and implement client-specific nutrition care plans, communicating them to the interdisciplinary team and other individuals with a need-to-know.
- Provide nutrition education and guidance to clients and caregivers, conducting patient education/teaching in areas of enteral nutrition.
- Monitor special diets and nutritional non-compliance, providing updates on patient status and the effectiveness of care plans to the Director of Food Services, RN case managers, and the interdisciplinary team.
- Document assessments and dietitian notes in the clinical record.
- High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major studies in food and nutrition or dietetics required.
- Credentialed with Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Ability to work with clients in their homes and lift 25 pounds.
Weinberg Campus is a non-profit organization committed to providing the highest level of medical care, personal attention, and skilled services. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a variety of senior apartments, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing care, and state-of-the-art facilities.