REGISTERED DIETICIAN

Mayers Memorial Hospital District; McArthur (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

MAYERS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT is seeking a Dietitian to provide nutrition care, assess patients, monitor nutritional status and oversee food service in the facility. The Dietitian will work with the Certified Dietary Manager to meet nutritional needs and ensure compliant service in the hospital and skilled nursing setting.

The role requires CADE-accredited education, successful completion of the CDR examination, and strong collaboration with department leadership; hospital experience is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from regionally accredited university or college and CADE-accredited coursework as required by the American Dietetic Association.
• Completion of a CADE-accredited supervised practice program.
• Passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Previous long term care and/or hospital/food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs nutritional assessments, diagnosis, interventions, monitoring, and evaluation of patients and residents per hospital policy for acute care and skilled nursing care.
• Advises and counsels the Food and Nutrition Services Manager in all areas of food service and nutritional care.
• Rows to Director of Operations and/or Food and Nutrition Services Manager with timely reports on findings and concerns.

Education

Bachelor's degree CADE

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: MAYERS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL - FALL RIVER MILLS, CA 96028

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $44.30 - $54.57 Hourly

Job Shift: Any

Reports To: Director of Operations

Employee Type: EXEMPT / NON-EXEMPT (selected: EXEMPT)

On Site Position

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Director of Operations and Certified Dietary Manager, the Dietitian provides consultation to the facility for the purpose of providing nutrition care which will result in optimal health of the patients and residents. Responsible for nutritionally assessing patients and monitoring their nutritional care as well as for care and proper use of materials and equipment for provision of food service in the institution. Work with the Certified Dietary Manager to meet the nutritional needs of the organization and the Food and Nutrition Services Department.

Position Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred or equivalency exam.
• Completed a minimum of a bachelor’s degree at a U.S. regionally accredited university or college and coursework accredited or approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) of the American Dietetic Association (ADA).
• Completed a CADE-accredited supervised practice program.
• Passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Previous long term care and/or hospital/food service experience preferred.

Position Responsibilities

• This position includes competencies such as professional behavior, teamwork, communication, organization, data analysis, confidentiality, use of office machines, phone etiquette, and other duties as assigned.

General Competencies

• Professional behavior when on duty and outside work hours.
• Ability to work with others at all levels within the organization and collaborate effectively.
• Above-average interpersonal, problem‑solving, written and oral communication skills.
• Positive working relationships with patients, visitors, and facility staff.
• Organizational ability and time management.
• Produces deliverable products on time, within budget with minimal direction.
• Demonstrates the ability to compile and organize data using Microsoft Office Applications.
• Maintains an organized set of records for the functions performed within the scope of this job.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to directors, managers, and coworkers.
• Performs all assigned tasks accurately, including proper spelling and grammar, reference materials, and minimal mathematical calculation.
• Takes direction from others, including temporary cross‑department employees, according to the chain of command.
• Maintains confidentiality of information such as payroll, personnel, and other proprietary data.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively use office machines.
• Answers phone calls, assists the public, and forwards appropriately and professionally.
• Other duties as assigned.

Specific Competencies

• Performs nutritional assessments, diagnosis, interventions, monitoring, and evaluation of patients and residents per hospital policy for acute care and skilled nursing care.
• Advises and counsels the Food and Nutrition Services Manager in all areas of food service and nutritional care.
• Reports to the Director of Operations and/or Food and Nutrition Services Manager monthly or as needed regarding findings and concerns regarding the Food and Nutrition department and the nutritional care of residents; submits reports on hours worked, charting completed, problems addressed, survey concerns and recommendations for quality care.
• Coordinates, implements, and evaluates the facility menus for nutritional adequacy.
• Reviews and assists the Food and Nutrition Services Manager in interdisciplinary care planning and department care plans.
• Visits residents and patients to monitor food acceptance.
• Works with the Administrator or designee, Nursing, Physicians and other department heads on planning, resident care issues, and Comprehensive QAPI/reporting.
• Revises and makes recommendations as needed for the Department of Food and Nutrition Services Policy and Procedure Manual and Diet Manual.
• Supports annual survey, licensure and accreditation audits and ensures compliance with county, state, and federal standards.
• Participates in continuing education to maintain registration as a Registered Dietitian.
• Work Monday – Friday 40 hours per week and provide on call time for Saturday, Sunday and after hour emergencies.
• Assessment of patient/resident nutritional risks/status and physician orders.
• Evaluates and monitors the Food and Nutrition Services Department to assure that the department is providing adequate, acceptable quality food.
• Participates in inter-disciplinary team, skin and weights and other meetings as necessary.
• Charts in company provided EMR, Point Click Care and Cerner.

Professional Requirements

• Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and professional.
• Completes annual education requirements if applicable.
• Maintains regulatory requirements.
• Wears identification while on duty.
• Attends annual evaluation and participates actively in the process.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work in designated time.
• Attends all meetings as appropriate.
• Exhibits the mission, ethics and goals of Mayers Memorial Hospital District in the performance of job duties.

Working Conditions

• Willingness to work beyond normal working hours and in other positions temporarily when necessary.
• Involvement with personnel, visitors and government agencies as needed.
• Must function independently, have personal integrity, flexibility and ability to work effectively with other personnel, clients and support agencies.

Physical Requirements

• Works in a fast‑paced environment.
• Pushes meal carts to and from patient care units.
• Ability to sit, stand, and work on your feet for long periods of time.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as needed.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Lifts up to 35 pounds when necessary.
• Works in warm temperatures during the summer months.
• Works in walk‑in freezer for short periods of time.