Clinical Dietician - Masco Corporation

Overview




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Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status. Additional benefits offered include, but are not limited to:



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+ Pet Insurance


+ Adoption Reimbursement Benefits


+ Variety of Associate Discounts



Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.





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Responsibilities




Under limited supervision, coordinates nutritional care of residents by completing nutritional assessments, developing and implementing care plans and documenting dietary information about residents. Ensures diet plan is consistent with regional direction.






+ Consults with residents to evaluate nutritional needs; assesses nutritional needs by using assessment tools; in conjunction with the resident, develops a nutrition care plan; makes appropriate referrals to other care providers; conducts follow-up visits to monitor resident progress.


+ Documents care information; participates in case conferences to discuss resident’s strengths and needs with team members; consults with team members regarding residents; review records to determine client progress and makes modifications to the diet plan.


+ Clinically supervises residents with high risk conditions such as diabetes, obesity, etc.


+ Identifies the need for and develops nutritional education materials and tool to assist residents; conducts staff training related to nutrition;


+ Attends conferences, meetings and educational programs to maintain currency in the field of nutrition.






This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.




Qualifications




Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition Science or a related field and two years of experience in nutritional counseling.





Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special RequirementsMust be currently licensed as a Registered Dietician. Must have a valid driver's license and a current 3-year driving abstract with no more than one moving violation as a condition of employment.





Management/Decision MakingApplies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.





Knowledge and SkillsPossesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline. Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of nutrition including the nutritional problems of a variety of age, cultural, social and economic groups; principles of program planning, implementation and evaluation.





Physical Demands and Working Conditions



+ Standing


+ Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors


+ Walking


+ Sitting


+ Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage.


+ Use hands and fingers to handle or feel


+ Reach with hands and arms


+ Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections


+ Climb or balance


+ Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl


+ Talk or hear


+ Exposure to latex


+ Ability to lift: Up to 5 pounds


+ Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens


+ Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards


+ Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment


+ Requires Travel: Occasionally


+ Vision






Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.




Salary Range Information



$52,630.00 - $65,792.00 / year



Job LocationsUS-KS-Overland Park



CategoryHealthcare


Sub-CategoryResident/Patient Support Services


Position Type (Portal Searching)Regular Full-Time


Shift1st Shift


ID2024-261059


Location : NameBrookdale Overland Park


Location : Address12000 Lamar Avenue


Location : LocationUS-KS-Overland Park


Job Code101900


Work LocationOn-Site


Hiring Range$52,630.00 - $65,792.00 / year