Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist

WeCare Centers; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Same Day Pay

EAP

401k

Job summary

WeCare Centers at Heritage Care Center in Pittsburgh, PA is actively seeking a committed Registered Dietitian for our community. You will ensure the optimal level of quality care for residents, providing medical nutrition therapy and developing nutrition plans.

The role requires at least 1 year in Skilled Nursing Homes or LTC, and you must be a Registered Dietitian. Knowledge of DOH rules and EMR/MDS familiarity will support success in this position.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Dietitian.
• Experience in Skilled Nursing Homes or LTC facilities.
• Knowledge of State and Federal DOH rules for SNFs.
• Experience with Nutritional Assessments.
• Experience creating/modifying Nutritional Care Plans.
• Familiar with MDS and EMR for clinical documentation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• ServSafe certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical nutrition therapy including nutrition assessment, diet modification, nutrition education, and intervention for the patient population.
• Follows Company Diet Manual and the Clinical Nutrition Policies & Procedures Manual.
• Complies with federal, state, and accrediting standards while preserving confidentiality and HIPAA rights.
• Participates in patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and QA/QI programs.
• Assists Dietary Manager in operations of the dietary department as needed.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Communication skills

Nutritional care plans

DOH regulations knowledge

MDS familiarity

EMR software

ServSafe knowledge

1+ year experience

Tools

MDS

EMR system

Job description

Registered Dietitian

Come join the team at WeCare Centers at Heritage Care Center!

WeCare Centers at Heritage Care Center is actively seeking a committed, Registered Dietitian for our community in Pittsburgh, PA. OurDietitianis a responsible to ensure the optimal level of quality care is provided to our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides medical nutrition therapy including nutrition assessment, diet modification, nutrition education, and intervention for the patient population
• Follows all guidelines as outlined within the Company Diet Manual and the Clinical Nutrition Policies & Procedures Manual
• Complies with all regulatory standards to include federal, state, and accrediting agencies while adhering to facility confidentiality, HIPPA regulations, and patient rights policies
• Participates in patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement programs
• Will assist Dietary Manager in all operations of the dietary department as needed

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• At least 1 years' experience in Skilled Nursing Homes or LTC facilities
• Must be a Registered Dietitian.
• Knowledgeable with State and Federal DOH rules and regulations for Skilled Nursing Homes
• Expertise in performing Nutritional Assessments.
• Expertise in creating and modifying Nutritional Care Plans
• Familiar with MDS, EMR software for Clinical Documentation
• Excellent communication skills
• ServSafe certification preferred but not required

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Same Day Pay
• EAP
• 401k

We reward hard working and caring professionals with competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities!

About WeCare Centers

At WeCare Centers, we believe in not only providing exceptional care for our residents but also ensuring a supportive and enriching environment for our team. Our Voluntary Benefits Programs are designed to provide additional supportive services to our employees that can help them achieve their personal, financial, and health goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

WeCare HCC is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a steadfast commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, ensuring that every employee has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to our mission of compassionate care and community service.