Dietitian | Care Resources
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Care Resources Dietitian | full-time | hybrid
Due to a well-earned retirement, Care Resources PACE is seeking a full-time Dietitian to join their team of health care professionals. This full-time position works Monday - Friday days, and works primarily remote, participating in an on-site rotation with the other Dietitians on the team.
Why Join Care Resources PACE?
We are a community-based program for people 55 years or older that promotes healthy, independent living and helps prevent nursing home placement. We develop comprehensive care plans to help our participants make medical decisions every step of the way.
Dietitian Responsibilities
- Screen and assess nutritional status of program participants
- Use pertinent data to plan and implement appropriate nutrition interventions
- Communicate interventions to the interdisciplinary team to ensure nutritional needs of participants are met, including those who are considered to be high risk
Skills to Be Successful
- Flexibility, resiliency, and adaptability
- Self-directed and autonomous while being a strong team player
- Organization and prioritization skills
- Strong verbal and written skills
- Comfort with navigating various technologies and computer applications
Qualifications and Experience
- Advanced degree in nutrition or dietetics from an accredited program
- Current registration with Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
- Prior experience working with a frail or elderly population, preferred
- Current driver’s license and insurance to be able to travel around Kent and Ionia counties to visit participants at their place of residence