Registered Dietitian at Heath Village

Hackettstown, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Oct, 26

Salary

40.0

Posted On

11 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nutritional Assessment, Care Planning, Chronic Disease Management, Nutrition Support, Patient Education, MDS Documentation, Tube Feeding Management, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Point Click Care, Long Term Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Heath Village is a constantly growing and unique retirement community providing multiple levels of housing and healthcare for close to 400 residents and is located on a 100+ acre campus. Heath Village seeks employees with diverse backgrounds, motivation and experience or interest in working with the elderly. Many of our positions have on the job training and we promote from within. Apply today to learn more about our vibrant community! We are seeking a Part Time Registered Dietician. The Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) provides nutrition consultation and education for patients and their families who are screened at nutrition risk, identified with nutrition risk, and/or referred by physicians or other healthcare providers for nutrition-related problems, chronic disease management, management of nutrition support, to meet regulatory requirements, or for prevention and wellness. The RDN is an integral part of the multidisciplinary team who serves as the patient’s nutrition advocate. Job Responsibilities: * Performs nutritional assessments and reassesses according to mandated schedules, utilizing skills of examination of, and communication with the resident as appropriate * Generates a care plan based on resident needs and completes appropriate section of MDS as per schedule * Assures that prescribed diets provide nutrients and calories based upon accepted current and recommended dietary allowances * Participates in the Interdisciplinary Team conference in order to develop care plans which will meet the needs and food preference of the individual residents * Assists in developing a variety of between meal, bedtime nourishment, and supplemental snacks * Assures that a resident’s prescribed tube feeding will consist of a nutritionally complete formula which will be given in sufficient quantity for adequate nutrition. * Works with rehabilitation staff in developing programs for residents dependent on others for feeding at mealtimes, as well as provides input on proper assistive feeding devices Requirements: Registered Dietitian Preferred Experience: Long Term Care experience and experience with Point Click Care 2 days a week - Flexible Hours

Responsibilities

The Registered Dietitian provides nutrition consultation, education, and assessments for residents at risk or referred by healthcare providers. They develop individualized care plans and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure proper nutritional intake and support.