Jobs · Healthcare · Mississippi

Part-Time Registered Dietitian

HHS, LLC · Meridian, MS · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$35/hrPart-time

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

  • Nutrition Assessments & Follow-Ups
  • Complete nutrition assessments and follow-ups for individuals with increased nutritional needs in accordance with facility policies.
  • Document assessment of nutritional goals and/or changes in status in the medical record.
  • Educate individuals and/or their family members on nutritional needs as indicated.
  • Attend patient rounds on assigned floors.
  • Inform nursing and physicians of changes in patient/resident nutritional status.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by the Clinical Nutrition Manager, Lead Clinical Dietitian, or DFNS.

Patient/Resident Satisfaction

  • Participate in patient/resident satisfaction programs with culinary and nutrition services.
  • Ensure processes are followed and participate in performance improvements within trouble areas.

Patient Services Program Implementation & Maintenance

  • Education of staff, nursing, and food service employees on issues regarding special diets or formulas.
  • Review and approve menus, formularies, substitutions, or changes.

Requirements

  • Registered Dietitian with the Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed dietitian as required per state regulations.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or related field.

Skills

  • Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals of all backgrounds.
  • Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication.
  • Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations.
  • Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor.
  • Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs.
  • Team Player: Willingness to provide support where needed to achieve outcomes.
  • Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings.
  • Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge

  • Knowledge of regulatory standards.

Experience

  • Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software.

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