Registered Dietitian

Cura Hospitality; Pleasant Gap (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Cura-Hospitality in Leesport is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join our healthcare team at Berks Heim Nursing & Rehab. You will assess residents' nutritional needs, initiate interventions to support their health, and enhance quality of life aligned with patient goals.

You will work with the care team to ensure standards of practice and regulatory compliance, educate residents and staff, and contribute to ongoing quality improvement in a on-site setting.

Qualifications

• Passed the national exam administered by the CDR or eligible per the Academy.
• Completes 75 hours of continuing education every five years.
• Licensed or certified per state requirements.
• Healthcare or long-term care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional needs of residents and plan interventions.
• Educate patients, staff, and consultants on nutrition.
• Support continuous quality improvement and dining service procedures.

Skills

Nutritional expertise

Education & training

Regulatory compliance

Team education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition

Registered Dietitian certification

Job description

Registered Dietitian

Job Reference Number

42155

Employment Type

Full-Time

Site

Onsite

Segment

Healthcare

Brand

Cura-Hospitality

Location

Berks Heim Nursing & Rehab

The Role at a glance

We are looking to add an experienced registered dietitian to our healthcare team in Leesport. As a registered dietitian, 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.

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: 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: Bachelor's degree in nutrition or related field.
• Experience working in healthcare or long-term care.

Where you'll be working

Berks Heim Nursing Home

Our Benefits

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

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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.