DTR - Resident Nutrition & Care Plan Specialist

The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Town of Somers (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is actively seeking a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) to join our dedicated team. You will perform nutrition assessments and provide diet education, while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to support residents’ care plans.

Responsibilities include attending care plan meetings, ensuring each plan is carried out, and assisting with discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Must be a Dietetic Technician, Registered and eligible to work in the United States.
• Must have at least 1 year of healthcare experience; nursing home experience is a plus.
• Must be able to complete nutrition assessments and provide diet education.
• Must participate in care plan meetings and rounds for residents.
• Proficient with EMR; knowledge of MealTracker is a plus.
• Able to type and use computer programs (Word, Excel, Google Docs).

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments and provide diet education to residents.
• Attend care plans and rounds with the interdisciplinary team.
• Ensure the resident’s plan of care is followed and updated as needed.
• Assist with discharge planning and documentation.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Nutrition assessment

Independence

PC proficiency

Education

Dietetic Technician, Registered

Tools

EMR

PointClickCare

MealTracker

Microsoft Word

Excel

Google Docs

Job description

The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is actively seeking a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) to join our dedicated team. You will perform nutrition assessments and provide diet education, while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to support residents’ care plans.

Responsibilities include attending care plan meetings, ensuring each plan is carried out, and assisting with discharge planning.