Registered Dietitian - Skilled Nursing Care (Part-Time, 24h)

Ken Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Referral program

Job summary

The Pavilion at Queens Rehabilitation & Nursing in Flushing, Queens is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join an interdisciplinary team. This role focuses on reviewing admissions, providing nutrition care, and adjusting care plans within a skilled nursing setting.

Responsibilities include updating diet orders, collaborating across departments, and ensuring dietary modifications are followed for all residents. LTC experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Dietitian or RD eligible.
• Exceptional interpersonal & organizational skills.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal guidelines; long-term care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet with new admissions to review dietary options and preferences.
• Provide nutritional care for residents per facility policies and procedures.
• Participate in weekly meetings across departments to review care plans.
• Assess nutrition needs for tube feeding and bariatric residents.
• Identify need for nutrition supplementation and ensure diet consistency.
• Update diet orders and menu changes in computer menu software daily.
• Monitor resident meal service to ensure diet modifications are followed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of guidelines

Education

RD eligible or registered dietitian

Tools

Sigma Care

Mealtracker

Job description

The Pavilion at Queens Rehabilitation & Nursing in Flushing, Queens is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join an interdisciplinary team. This role focuses on reviewing admissions, providing nutrition care, and adjusting care plans within a skilled nursing setting.

Responsibilities include updating diet orders, collaborating across departments, and ensuring dietary modifications are followed for all residents. LTC experience is preferred.