Dietitian, Meade Street Skilled Nursing Center (Call-in)

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Dietitian plans, directs and provides all aspects of nutritional care to residents of the SNC.

The Dietitian must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the residents served by his/her department – adult through geriatric. The Dietitian participates in planning facility menus. The Dietitian must demonstrate knowledge of principals appropriate to the age specific needs of the residents served; possess the ability to assess data reflective of the resident's status; interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each resident's requirements relative to their age-specific needs; and to provide the care needed as described in the Food Services Department’s policies and procedures.

EDUCATION:

Registered dietitian status required with a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in nutrition or dietetics required or individuals that are eligible to become registered dietitians as long as RD can be and is obtained within six months of hire.

Advanced degree preferred.

Certification as a Clinical Nutrition Specialist Dietitian preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Two (2) years experience in a adult or geriatric health care environment preferred.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF JOB:

E = Essential Element NE = Nonessential Element

• 40% Interviews residents to obtain information regarding food habits and preferences for guidance in planning the residents’ diet. Charts accordingly in resident medical record after visitation. Enters appropriate data into computer system. (E)
• 28% Reviews medical orders for all diets for residents. Charts admitting diet orders on all residents. (E)
• 12% Develops nutritional care plans and nutritional assessments as ordered. (E)
• 5% Assists in planning of regular and modified diet menus, considering such factors as variety, seasons of year, availability of food, known food preferences of the group, nutritional and caloric content and food costs. (E)
• 5% Calculates diets for diabetic residents and other therapeutic diets. Provides diet counseling for all residents on modified diets who require it. (E)
• 5% Serves as a resource individual in nutritional care for medical and nursing staff. (E)
• 2% Attends resident care staffing and other meetings as required. Reports at facility QA/QC Committee. (E)
• 1% Conducts in-service education classes for residents, family, and staff, as required. (E)
• 1% Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, conferences, and professional affiliations. (E)
• 1% Performs duties of Diet Clerk in their absence, as necessary. (NE)