PRN Registered Dietitian — Healthcare Nutrition Specialist

Cura Hospitality; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Elior North America is seeking a PRN Registered Dietitian to support the Meadowbrook, PA healthcare team. This role involves assessing nutritional needs, initiating interventions, and improving quality of life for patients/residents.

The position averages 8 hours per month with weekday availability and occasional weekend coverage, across Holy Redeemer Hospital and Lafayette campus. Candidates should have LTC/Short-Stay Rehab and Acute care experience, with PCC & MDS Sheet familiarity.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide nutritional expertise to the healthcare 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
• Actively participate in development, review, and revision of continuous quality improvement programs

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Teaching others

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition

Master's degree in Nutrition

CDR certification eligibility

Job description

Elior North America is seeking a PRN Registered Dietitian to support the Meadowbrook, PA healthcare team. This role involves assessing nutritional needs, initiating interventions, and improving quality of life for patients/residents.

The position averages 8 hours per month with weekday availability and occasional weekend coverage, across Holy Redeemer Hospital and Lafayette campus. Candidates should have LTC/Short-Stay Rehab and Acute care experience, with PCC & MDS Sheet familiarity.