REGISTERED DIETITIAN (SAFETY)

California Department of State Hospitals; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of State Hospitals is looking for a Registered Dietitian (Safety) to coordinate nutrition services at the Skilled Nursing Facility. This crucial role involves ensuring food safety and dietary compliance for residents, as well as maintaining high-quality nutrition standards.

Responsibilities include monitoring dietary practices, providing training, and acting as a liaison with licensing agencies. Candidates must possess appropriate certifications and demonstrate strong communication skills. This position is vital for maintaining the health and satisfaction of SNF residents.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist certified by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Proficiency in verbal, reading, and writing English.
• Excellent communication skills with staff across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety and quality; monitor modified and therapeutic diets.
• Maintain temperature and texture consistency of menu items.
• Observe trayline, resolve food issues, and interact with patients during meals.
• Provide daily reports to managers and conduct trayline, tray, and dining room audits.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff on food inventories for SNF.
• Serve as liaison between SNF management and Nutrition Services.
• Act as point of contact for licensing agencies during SNF surveys.
• Assist with writing correction plans and provide education & training to SNF foodservice employees.
• Perform other duties and special projects related to the classification.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist certification

Job description

Position Title

Registered Dietitian (Safety) – SNF Coordinator – Nutrition Services – Metropolitan State Hospital

Location

Los Angeles County, Norwalk, California

Job Summary

The Department of Nutrition Services seeks a Registered Dietitian to serve as the Skilled Nursing Facility Coordinator, ensuring food safety, dietary compliance, and quality for SNF residents.

Responsibilities

• Insure food safety and quality; monitor modified and therapeutic diets.
• Maintain temperature and texture consistency of menu items.
• Observe trayline, resolve food issues, and interact with patients during meals.
• Provide daily reports to managers and conduct trayline, tray, and dining room audits.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff on food inventories for SNF.
• Serve as liaison between SNF management and Nutrition Services.
• Act as point of contact for licensing agencies during SNF surveys.
• Assist with writing correction plans and provide education & training to SNF foodservice employees.
• Perform other duties and special projects related to the classification.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (ROM) certified by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Proficient in English verbal, reading, and writing.
• Excellent communication skills with staff across all levels.
• Experience with CMS, Joint Commission, and other licensing agencies desirable.

Eligibility

Permanent civil service, transferable, or reinstatable personnel status required. Candidates may be admitted for the exam and must become registered to be eligible for appointment.

Exam Information

Exam link: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1296