Nursing Home Dietitian RD needed

Towson Culinary; Willow Grove (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Towson Culinary in Willow Grove, PA is seeking a Long Term Care Dietitian for a full-time or part-time role. You will provide medical nutrition therapy and evaluate treatment effectiveness in a long-term care setting, collaborating with dining and clinical teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Dietetics, an upcoming Master’s in Dietetics, and PA licensure or registration within 6 months. CMS vaccination adherence and effective communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics from an accredited college or university.
• Master's degree in Dietetics or related field from an accredited college or university starting January 1, 2024.
• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and licensed in Pennsylvania or licensure within 6 months of hire.
• Must follow CMS vaccination guidelines.
• Experience with facilities using quantity food production methods.
• Ability to maintain records and complete reports.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Able to interact positively with residents, interdisciplinary team, and public.
• Knowledge of dietary practices and laws governing nursing facility diets.
• Leadership ability and willingness to guide other personnel.
• Ability to plan and implement Food Services Department programs.

Responsibilities

• Directly providing nutrition services according to policies and federal/state requirements.
• Plan and direct nutritional care of residents per standards.
• Collaborate with dining and clinical staff to ensure daily quality nutrition.
• Serve as a resource to the Dining Services Department Head for a safe dietary environment.
• Liaise between dining and clinical staff for seamless communication.
• Support Towson Culinary's purpose, vision, values, and DNA.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics

Master's degree in Dietetics or related field

Job description

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Long Term Care Dietitian

Join Towson Culinary, a leading organization in the culinary industry, as a full-time or part-time Long Term Care Dietitian in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania! As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to provide medical nutrition therapy and evaluate the effectiveness of treatments in a long-term care setting. Role may be combined for full-time hours at a local sister facility.

About the Role

As a Long Term Care Dietitian, you will be responsible to:

• Directly providing nutrition services according to policies, procedures, and federal/state requirements

• Planning, organizing, developing, and directing the nutritional care of residents in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations

• Working effectively with others to ensure quality nutritional services are provided on a daily basis

• Acting as a resource to the Dining Services Department Head to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary dietary environment

• Liaising between the dining department and clinical staff to ensure seamless communication

• Consistently embodying the characteristics necessary to drive the Company's Purpose, Vision, Values, and DNA

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics from an accredited college or university

• Master's degree in Dietetics or related field from an accredited college or university starting January 1, 2024

• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and licensed in the state of Pennsylvania or acquires licensure and registration within 6 months of hire date

• Must follow CMS mandate/guidelines for vaccination

• Dependable, with experience working in facilities utilizing quantity food production methods

• Ability to maintain records and complete reports as required

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Ability to interact positively with residents, clients, interdisciplinary team, other personnel, and the public

• Knowledgeable of dietary practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing dietary functions in a nursing facility

• Possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and provide guidance to other personnel

• Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies, procedures, etc., of the Food Services Department

Why Join Us?

As a Skilled Nursing Dietitian with Towson Culinary, you will be part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to providing exceptional care and service to our residents. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.