Dietitian

Aramark; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food services company in Oklahoma is looking for a Nutrition Care Specialist to conduct nutrition assessments, provide counseling, and ensure optimal nutrition care in skilled nursing facilities. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics and must maintain necessary registrations. The role involves regular collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and attention to individual resident needs, making an impactful contribution in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree accredited by nutrition and dietetics agencies.
• Must maintain registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Previous experience in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain dietetic registration and continuing education.
• Conduct resident nutrition assessments including NFPE.
• Provide nutrition counseling aligned with resident needs.

Skills

Conducting resident nutrition assessment

Nutrition counseling

Clinical productivity standards

Team cooperation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

Tools

Menu management software

Job description

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 needsper 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
• Attend care plan and risk or weight/wound meetings as appropriate.
• Conduct monthly sanitation audit and dining observation/tray line audit in the dining services department.

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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 athttp://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us onFacebook ,Instagram andTwitter .