Part-Time Registered Dietitian – Nutrition & Care Advocate

Cura Hospitality; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No Late-Night Shifts!

Mileage Reimbursement!

Weekly Pay!

Advancement Opportunities!

Work/Life Balance!

Employee Referral Program!

And MuchMore!

Job summary

Cura Hospitality in Parsons, KS is seeking a Part-Time Registered Dietitian to assess nutritional needs of residents, initiate interventions, and enhance quality of life in line with patient goals.

The role involves providing nutrition expertise to the health care team, adhering to standards, collaborating across departments, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. The position offers a flexible schedule, approx. 9 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition (Prior to 2024) or related field.
• Master's degree in Nutrition or related field.
• Passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) or meets the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics requirements for eligibility.
• Completes 75 hours of continuing education hours every five years, in accordance with the CDR, utilizing the professional portfolio development process.
• Licensed or certified, per state requirements.
• Knowledge of regulation standards specific to comprehensive assessments, care planning, and residents’ rights.
• Ability to teach others, specifically pertaining to nutrition and dietetics.

Responsibilities

• Providing nutritional expertise to the health care team and educating patients/residents, staff, or consultants.
• Following the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ standards of practice and facility regulatory requirements.
• Interacting with other departments in setting up procedures and policies, and in problem solving as it relates to dining service and nutrition.
• Actively participating in the development, review, and revision of continuous quality improvement programs.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nutrition

Master's degree in Nutrition

Passed a national examination (CDR) or meets eligibility

Continuing education hours (75 hours every 5 years)

Licensed or certified per state requirements

Job description

Cura Hospitality in Parsons, KS is seeking a Part-Time Registered Dietitian to assess nutritional needs of residents, initiate interventions, and enhance quality of life in line with patient goals.

The role involves providing nutrition expertise to the health care team, adhering to standards, collaborating across departments, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. The position offers a flexible schedule, approx. 9 hours per week.