Registered Dietitian (Part Time)

About the role

We are seeking an exceptional Part Time Registered Dietitian for Edenbrook Hampton. This is a great opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our residents.

Schedule: Part Time, 3 days onsite.

Responsibilities

• Routinely visits the facility(s) assigned with the frequency of visits to be determined by the complexity of the nutritional program and size of the facility.
• Assesses the nutritional status of customers inclusive of lab value interpretation, consumption patterns, weight maintenance, food/drug interactions, dietary compliance, customer independence, and overall customer well-being.
• Performs assessments routinely on new admissions, monthly for customers at nutritional risk.
• Ensures appropriate documentation of nutritional assessment and recommended intervention in the customer chart and/or care plan; reviews the documentation of others regarding nutritional concerns and responds appropriately.
• Reviews diet orders and documentation of reason of change.
• Maintains two-way communication with center Administrator, Food Service Director, and Nursing Services.
• Addresses appropriate nutritional concerns with all members of the nutrition support team inclusive of the Food Service Director, Nursing Services, Speech Therapist and Occupational Therapist.
• Gives diet instruction for residents.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition preferred.
• Registered Dietitian and hold Licensure in the state of PA is required.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations for long-term care facilities and the food service industry.