Clinical Dietitian - O'Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina is seeking a Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist to join the team at O'Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing dietary plans, conducting nutritional assessments, and supporting residents with neurocognitive disorders. This full-time position offers an opportunity to positively impact the lives of individuals with complex needs, working alongside a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Licensure with the State of NC as a Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist required.
• Master's or Bachelor's degree in nutrition/dietetics from an accredited institution.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Complete Nutritional Assessments and consultations.
• Develop and implement special meal plans for individuals.
• Assess feeding skills and nutritional needs.

Skills

Nutritional care plans

Teaching

Diet counseling

Communication

Knowledge of therapeutic nutrition

Education

Master's degree in foods and nutrition or related area

Bachelor's degree in foods and nutrition, dietetics, or related area

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

This position functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team and participates as a knowledgeable resource in the planning of the dietary needs of the individual. This position will complete Nutritional Assessments, consultations, develop special meal plans, calculate tube feedings, complete Care Plans, MDS documentation in MDS 3.0, complete documentation in Dietary Computer System (currently Blueprint) within established deadlines and other duties as assigned. Reporting will transition to Electronic Health Record entries. This person will also serve as an integral member of the Dysphagia Team. The Dysphagia Team determines diet and fluid consistencies and appropriate mealtime strategies for our individuals. Position will attend department meetings as assigned to ensure resident care is achieved. Will develop, implement and follow-up with nutritional plan of care. Contact with individuals in case load to determine feeding skills and nutritional needs.

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"This position is designate as Mandatory andmust report or stay over during adverse weather events."

***Per G.S. 126-5(c1) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7.***

Working Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (may require flexing schedule to accommodate resident needs)

About O'Berry Neuro Medical Treatment Center:
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O’Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center is a specialized skilled nursing facility focused on maintaining the quality of life and dignity for adults with neurocognitive disorders, with coexisting complex medical and behavioral needs, whose level of support extends beyond which can be provided by family, or in a community living setting.

To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they possess all of the following:

·Must have licensure with the State of NC as a Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist

·Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and computer skills

· Ability to assess, design, and implement nutritional care plans for individuals

·Skills in teaching, diet counseling and communicating for patient education

·Considerable knowledge of principles of normal/therapeutic nutrition and ability to apply the knowledge for nutritional treatment of specific diseases

· Ability to assess, plan, counsel and direct nutrition care based on accepted principles/practices of nutrition and dietetics.

· Ability to effectively manage and communicate with a group of subordinatesSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience”. If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. Seeoshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Master's degree in foods and nutrition or a related area from an appropriately accredited institution that is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) and current registration, in good standing, administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
OR
Bachelor's degree in foods and nutrition, dietetics, or related area from an appropriately accredited institution that is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) and current registration, in good standing, administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and two years of experience in a clinical dietary setting.



North Carolina State Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

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