Registered Dietician

Senior Lifestyle Corporation; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

DailyPay

Job summary

Senior Lifestyle Corporation in Colorado Springs seeks a Dietitian/Nutritionist to oversee nutritional care for residents, plan meals, ensure MAR/TAR accuracy, and provide nutrition education. You will assess new admissions within 48 hours and collaborate with Nursing and Dining Services to update care plans.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition, 3–5 years in food service management or Skilled Nursing, and current licensure as a Dietitian.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition required.
• Licensure as a Dietitian in state and ADA registration preferred.
• English proficiency to communicate with supervisor and respond in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutritional care planning for residents.
• Assess and document residents’ nutritional status within 48 hours of admission.
• Develop and update care plans as required.
• Complete MDS for short- and long-term residents.
• Collaborate with Nursing and Dining Services to ensure dietary compliance.
• Maintain confidentiality and safe food handling practices.
• Collaborate with Nursing Administration and Dining Services on dietary needs.

Skills

Nutrition planning

Clinical nutrition

Regulatory compliance

Team communication

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

Tools

Microsoft Office

ADP

Redi-Learning

DSSI

MDS program

Job description

Company Description

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for safe administration of all prescribed medications and treatments as listed on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and Treatment Administration Record (TAR), as well as providing personal and general nursing care to residents as needed or assigned.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Provide nutritional care planning for the skilled nursing guests/residents.
• Ensure community is compliant with all nutritional regulatory standards.
• Ensure completion of initial assessment (within 48 hours of admission) and all subsequent assessments following Senior Lifestyle procedures and in compliance with Federal, State and Local regulations.
• Develop and update care plans as required.
• Provide written recommendations for resident’s nutritional care to Skilled Nursing Administrator and/or Director of Nursing Services and Dining Services Coordinator / Director to include: diets, meal patterns, snacks, supplements and vitamins, weight frequency, and other means of nutrition.
• Review Resident Confidential Diet Board/Indicator, review weights, meal consumption sheets, snacks, and supplements for accuracy.
• Perform as a nutrition resource for the community and conduct informative classes as needed.
• Partner with community team to ensure community is in compliance with OSHA requirements and promotion of Risk Management programs and policies; adherence to safety rules and regulations.
• Practice safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets).
• Ensure safe food handling is practiced at all times.
• Maintain and protect the confidentiality of resident information at all times.
• Provide nutritional care planning for the skilled nursing guests/residents.
• Assess, evaluate, document, and monitor the resident’s nutritional status and food preferences within 48 hours of the admission.
• Provide instruction of In-Service education in conjunction with Dietary and Skilled Nursing Center services.
• Conduct Quality Assurance audits including chart reviews for nutrition compliance.
• Complete MDS for short-term resident and long-term residents according to the schedule provided by RNAC/MDS Coordinator.
• Complete progress notes and care plans on a quarterly basis for all long-term, shortterm, new admissions, and significant changes as indicated.
• Maintain a log in the community of consultation activities signed by the consultant.
• Meet with Director of nursing weekly to discuss nutritional concerns of residents.
• Perform all duties in adherence to Senior Lifestyle Corporation standards.
• Strive to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward all residents, visitors and coworkers.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of Senior Lifestyle Corporation. Adhere to all directives, policies and procedures of the local community.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Level of Formal Education: Bachelor’s degree from an approved program in Dietetics or Nutrition

Area of Study: Dietetics and Nutrition

Years of Experience: Mid-level (3-5 years) Type of Experience: Food Service Management or Hospitality, Skilled Nursing or Hospital Special Certifications: Maintains current licensure as a Dietitian per state and local requirements and registered dietitian with the American Dietetic Association Language Skills: Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate to emergency situations.

Technical Competencies: Clinical skills, knowledge of computer menu programs, Microsoft Office Skills and Ability:

• Possess the ability to make independent decisions when warranted.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral or schedule form.
• Ability to handle multiple projects.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interact with a multitude of various personalities and adjust accordingly.

Information Systems: Proficient in Word and Excel. Capable in understanding systems – ADP, Redi-Learning, DSSI, MDS program

Personal Attributes: Other/Preferred:

• Basic to advanced cooking and preparation of meal items.
• Thorough understanding of service techniques and requirements

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off.All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday.