Registered Dietitian
Job Description
We are seeking a knowledgeable, compassionate, and motivated Registered Dietitian to join our team! This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults by providing individualized nutrition services and supporting quality dining experiences across multiple levels of care.
The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about resident-centered care. This role involves collaborating with nursing, dining services, healthcare providers, and leadership to promote nutritional well-being and maintain regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
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Complete nutritional assessments and reassessments, identifying residents at risk for nutritional deficiencies, weight changes, or dehydration.
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Develop individualized nutrition recommendations, interventions, and follow-up plans.
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Monitor resident weights, dietary intake, hydration, and nutritional concerns.
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Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and update resident care plans.
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Provide nutritional input for MDS assessments and care planning as applicable.
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Review menus, therapeutic diets, supplements, and meal accommodations to ensure nutritional adequacy.
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Support residents with specialized dietary needs, including those requiring modified textures, nutritional supplements, or enteral nutrition.
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Provide nutrition education to residents, families, and staff.
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Work collaboratively with dining services to promote food quality, resident satisfaction, and individualized dining experiences.
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Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records.
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Assist with quality improvement initiatives, regulatory surveys, and compliance activities.
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Provide nutrition recommendations and dining strategies tailored to individuals living with dementia.
Qualifications
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Current Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential required.
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Active Pennsylvania Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionist (LDN) license required.
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Degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related qualifying field.
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Previous experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or senior living preferred.
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Knowledge of therapeutic diets, nutritional assessments, and individualized care planning.
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Familiarity with CMS and Pennsylvania healthcare regulations preferred.
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Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
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Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
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Experience with electronic medical records preferred.
Why Join Our Team?
This is an opportunity to use your clinical expertise to make a meaningful impact on the health, comfort, and quality of life of older adults. You'll work alongside a collaborative team while helping promote individualized nutrition care and positive dining experiences.
Interested in making a difference? Apply today!
Additional information regarding the organization and position will be provided to selected candidates during the recruitment process.