Registered Dietician - Synergy Senior Care
Eau Claire, WI
About the Job
Hiring Immediately!
Competative Salary!
$5K RETENTION BONUS
Must have 5+ years Registered Dietician experience in long term care
Who we are:
We are a nursing home management company servicing 8 communities across Central and Northern Wisconsin. We believe in working as a team to provide guidance and support to our communities and help them achieve the best level of resident care that they can.
What we are looking for:
We are in search of a Registered Dietician to round out our corporate management team. The perfect candidate will be independent, well versed in clinical processes and quality improvement strategies, organized and able to drive improvement. You will aid the Communities as a regional resource in the identification of campuses in need of assistance with quality service and regulatory support. You will provide day-to-day support and management needed to assist with the stabilization of the communities.
In collaboration with senior leadership, you will develop work plans, set community goals, and monitor expected dates for goal completion. You will be expected to work a flexible schedule and must be willing to travel among different locations on a routine basis.
Responsibilities:
o Provides registered dietitian services in one or more sites according to policies and procedures, and federal and state requirements.
o Plans, organizes, develops, and directs the nutritional care of the resident in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations.
o Assesses/Monitors the residents’ nutritional status and provides recommendations to clinical/medical staff.
o Develops and updates nutritional care plans as needed.
o Observes resident meal service to ensure diets are correct and modifications are followed.
o Educates residents, families and staff on nutritional concepts and diet modification.
o Works with other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure that modified texture or therapeutic diets are in compliance with the resident’s medical condition.
o Reviews menu changes to ensure compliance with the facility’s policy and procedures and state and federal guidelines.
o Updates diet orders and menu changes as required.
o Conducts audits of relevant nutritional care on a routine basis.
o Completes nutritional assessments on residents on admission, readmission, quarterly, annually, and with any change in condition as per guidelines.
o Completes assigned sections in the Minimum Data Set (MDS) as per facility policy and procedure, and ensures the accuracy of the information provided.
o Performs regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.
o Monitors residents for weight changes, nutrition support, and skin breakdown, and makes recommendations as needed.
o Participates in inspection surveys, ensuring compliance with nutritional and dietary policies and procedures as per state and federal guidelines.
Qualifications:
· Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics from an accredited college or university.
· Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and licensed in Nutrition/Dietetics as required by the applicable state.
· Supervisory experience in a healthcare setting
- Education or experience sufficient to meet position requirements or as required by State regulations
- Continuing education annually or as required
- The ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position
Preferred Qualifications:
- The ideal candidate will uphold the principles of our mission; to enrich life through meaningful relationships and vibrant communities
- Actively express compassion for residents, staff, and guests
- Maintain humility Engage others in fun and creative activities
- Strive for excellence in all aspects of the job Work with integrity in all interactions
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
License/Certification:
- Registered Dietician Required
Work Location:
- Multiple locations
Work Remotely:
- Partial
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