PRN Registered Dietitian

Elior North America; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

We are seeking a PRN Registered Dietitian to join the Cura Hospitality team in Meadowbrook, PA. The role focuses on assessing nutritional needs of patients/residents, initiating interventions to maintain nutritional status, and enhancing quality of life on a PRN basis.

Expect about 8 hours per month, with weekday availability and occasional weekend coverage for vacations and doctor appointments. Experience in LTC, short-stay rehab, and acute/hospital settings is preferred, including PCC & MDS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition (Prior to 2024) or related field.
• Master’s degree in Nutrition or related field.
• Passed a national examination by the CDR or eligible per Academy requirements.
• Completes 75 hours of continuing education every five years.
• Licensed or certified per state requirements.
• Knowledge of regulation standards for assessments and care planning.
• Ability to teach others about nutrition and dietetics.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutritional expertise to the health care team and educate patients/residents, staff, or consultants.
• Follow the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ standards of practice and facility regulatory requirements.
• Interact with other departments to set up procedures and policies related to dining service and nutrition.
• Participate in development, review, and revision of continuous quality improvement programs.

Skills

Bachelor's in Nutrition

Master's in Nutrition

CDR Certification

Continuing education

Licensure

Regulatory knowledge

Teaching nutrition

Education

Bachelor's degree in nutrition

Master's degree in Nutrition

Tools

PCC & MDS experience

Job description

PRN Registered Dietitian

Job Reference Number: 41202

Employment Type: Part-Time , Onsite

Segment: Healthcare

Brand: Cura-Hospitality

Location: Holy Redeemer Health System Meadowbrook Campus

Why work for Cura Hospitality?

• No Late-Night Shifts!
• Weekly Pay!
• Work/Life Balance!
• Growth Opportunities!
• Employee Referral Program!
• And Much More!

Elior North America is a family of distinct hospitality companies with more than 50 years of industry presence and 15,000 team members united in our passion for food, service, and excellence. We share an appetite for growth which drives all of us to continually reimagine our customers’ experience.

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add an experienced PRN Registered Dietitian to our Cura Hospitality team in Meadowbrook, PA . As a Registered Dietitian with Cura Hospitality, you will have the opportunity to identify and assess the nutritional needs of assigned patients/residents, initiate interventions to achieve and/or maintain individuals nutritional status, and enhance quality of life consistent with patient’s/resident’s goals. This position will be scheduled an average of 8 hours per month, and will need to have weekday availability to cover vacations and doctor appointments. Also, weekends once per month to cover hospital rotation. We are looking for someone with LTC, Short-Stay Rehab, and Acute/Hospital experience. Ideally, we are looking for a candidate with past experience in Long-Term & Acute care with PCC & MDS Sheet experience. The PRN Registered Dietitian will be covering Holy Redeemer Hospital (which shares a campus with St. Joseph's Manor) and also covering the Lafayette campus.

What you'll be doing:

• 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.

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• 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.

Nice-to-haves:

• Experience working in healthcare or long-term care.

Where you'll be working:

• Holy Redeemer Hospital, located in Meadowbrook, PA 19046
• The Lafayette by Redeemer, located in Lafayette, PA 19111

Compensation Range:

• $28.00 - $40.00 per hour, depending on experience.

About Cura:

Cura serves hospitals, senior living centers, and other long-term care facilities. We guarantee compassionate service and healthy, delicious meals to ensure that quality of life never diminishes.

About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed. #LI-EB1 #boost