Registered Dietitian

WeCare at Heritage; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Same Day Pay

EAP

401k

Job summary

WeCare Centers at Heritage Care Center in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Registered Dietitian to ensure optimal nutrition care for residents in our skilled nursing facility.

The Dietitian provides medical nutrition therapy, conducts assessments, develops and updates care plans, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to support patient well-being.

Proficiency with DOH rules, MDS and EMR documentation is required; ServSafe is preferred but not required; competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in Skilled Nursing Homes or LTC facilities.
• Must be a Registered Dietitian.
• Knowledgeable with State and Federal DOH rules and regulations for Skilled Nursing Homes
• Expertise in performing Nutritional Assessments.
• Expertise in creating and modifying Nutritional Care Plans
• Familiar with MDS, EMR software for Clinical Documentation
• Excellent communication skills
• ServSafe certification preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Provides medical nutrition therapy including nutrition assessment, diet modification, nutrition education, and intervention for the patient population
• Follows all guidelines as outlined within the Company Diet Manual and the Clinical Nutrition Policies & Procedures Manual
• Complies with all regulatory standards to include federal, state, and accrediting agencies while adhering to facility confidentiality, HIPPA regulations, and patient rights policies
• Participates in patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement programs
• Will assist Dietary Manager in all operations of the dietary department as needed

Skills

Nutrition therapy

Assessment

Education

Intervention

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

Registered Dietitian certification

Tools

EMR software

MDS support

Job description

Registered Dietitian

Come join the team at WeCare Centers at Heritage Care Center

WeCare Centers at Heritage Care Center is actively seeking a committed, Registered Dietitian for our community in Pittsburgh, PA. Our Dietitian is responsible to ensure the optimal level of quality care is provided to our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides medical nutrition therapy including nutrition assessment, diet modification, nutrition education, and intervention for the patient population

• Follows all guidelines as outlined within the Company Diet Manual and the Clinical Nutrition Policies & Procedures Manual

• Complies with all regulatory standards to include federal, state, and accrediting agencies while adhering to facility confidentiality, HIPPA regulations, and patient rights policies

• Participates in patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement programs

• Will assist Dietary Manager in all operations of the dietary department as needed

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• At least 1 years' experience in Skilled Nursing Homes or LTC facilities

• Must be a Registered Dietitian.

• Knowledgeable with State and Federal DOH rules and regulations for Skilled Nursing Homes

• Expertise in performing Nutritional Assessments.

• Expertise in creating and modifying Nutritional Care Plans

• Familiar with MDS, EMR software for Clinical Documentation

• Excellent communication skills

• ServSafe certification preferred but not required

Benefits

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Voluntary Benefits

• Same Day Pay

• EAP

• 401k

We reward hard working and caring professionals withcompetitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities!

About WeCare Centers

At WeCare Centers, we believe in not only providing exceptional care for our residents but also ensuring a supportive and enriching environment for our team. Our Voluntary Benefits Programs are designed to provide additional supportive services to our employees that can help them achieve their personal, financial, and health goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

WeCare HCC is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a steadfast commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, ensuring that every employee has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to our mission of compassionate care and community service.