Consulting Dietitian

Aramark Correctional Services; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark SeniorLIFE+ seeks a Dietitian to provide comprehensive nutrition care for residents across two Florida communities: Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center in Palm Bay and Garden View Health and Rehab in Vero Beach. The role involves assessments, care planning, counseling, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

You will maintain licensure, complete documentation in medical records, and ensure compliance with nutrition policies and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nutrition/dietetics from an accredited program.
• Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and ongoing CE credits.
• State licensure with continuing education as required by state law.
• Experience with older adults in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred.
• ServSafe Certification preferred; Aramark may provide training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain dietetic registration and licensure as required.
• Conduct resident nutrition assessments including NFPE.
• Develop and implement nutrition care plans per NCP.
• Conduct regular meal observations to drive resident satisfaction.
• Provide nutrition counseling for residents and families.
• Collaborate with nursing and dining staff for person-centered care.
• Document care plans in resident medical records and software.
• Ensure compliance with Aramark SeniorLIFE+ standards and policies.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Patient counseling

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Clinical productivity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics

CDR registration

Tools

Menu management software

Job description

Job Description

The Dietitian provides overall nutrition care to residents for Aramark SeniorLIFE+. Nationwide, Aramark SeniorLIFE+ Dietitians ensure that the nutritional needs of the residents are met, and that all documentation is complete and accurate. Plans and administers activities related toresident nutrition care, complying with the standards established by Aramark SeniorLIFE+, regulatoryagencies, and clients. Establishes and maintains effective multidisciplinary relationships to provide a unifiedapproach to resident care. Where applicable, possible multi-location assignments that are within reasonable driving distance of one another may be offered. In the future, areas of the US with a larger urban footprint may bring the opportunity of a Traveling RDN role, reporting to the Regional Clinical Nutrition Manager for scheduling, reporting, and oversight.

This is a full-time position covering 2 communities- Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center in Palm Bay, FL and Garden View Health and Rehab in Vero Beach, FL!

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain dietetic registration, and/or state licensure as required and continuing education requirements.
• Conduct resident nutrition assessment including Nutrition Focused Physical Exam (NFPE) on assigned resident population
• Manage the development, implementation, and follow‑up plan for nutrition intervention in accordance with the Nutrition Care Process and Aramark SeniorLIFE+ policy.
• Conduct regular meal observations to drive resident satisfaction.
• Provide nutrition counseling for individuals andfamily members, taking into consideration any adaptations to meet resident learning needs per community policy.
• Utilize assessment and evaluation techniques that consider the varied needs of age‑specific populations as wellas cultural, religious, and ethnic concerns.
• Provide appropriate follow‑up in accordance with resident goals, referring short‑term residents for outpatient nutrition counseling or community services as appropriate and per community policy.
• Deliver strong operational performance by executing against Aramark SeniorLIFE+ and regulatory agencystandards and programs, continually monitoring operations, and completing assessments and necessary actionplans to provide optimal nutrition care and meal service to residents.
• Work cooperatively with nursing and other interdisciplinary team members and dining services to ensure delivery of person‑centered nutrition care.
• Provide person‑centered care following Aramark SeniorLIFE+ and regulatory standards and programs, continually monitor operations, complete scheduled assessments on time, and initiate nutrition care plans
• Provide appropriate and timely documentation that summarizes the nutrition care plan in a resident's medicalrecord, care plan, and menu management software.
• Maintain clinical productivity standards and accurate record keeping of daily clinical and non‑clinical activities.
• Demonstrate accountability for the proper use of residents' protected health information

Qualifications

At Aramark SeniorLIFE+, developing new skills and doing what it takes to make a positive impact for our team, resident, and for our clients. To meet our commitments, job duties may change, or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

• Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with course work accredited and approved by the appropriate nutrition and dietetics credentialing agencies
• Obtain and maintain registration and required continuing education credits with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Obtain and maintain state licensure including continuing education credits as required by state law
• Previous experience working with older adults in a skilled nursing or long-term care community is preferred
• ServSafe Certification is preferred, Aramark may be able to provide the coursework and certification

Conditions of employment may include busy skilled nursing, long-term care, or memory support communities as well as dining rooms and kitchen/serving areas.

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About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.