Registered Diet Tech (RDT)

Registered Diet Tech (RDT)

Amsterdam Nursing Home is actively seeking a Registered Diet Tech (RDT) for our Skilled Nursing Facility in the heart of New York City.

DUTIES:

• Assess / Monitor the Residents' nutritional status, provide recommendations to medical staff, and develop adequate care plans
• Evaluate special needs of Residents regarding nutrition support, skin breakdown, and significant weight issues
• Coordinate procurement of nutrition support supplies and oral supplements with outside vendors as well as involved department heads
• Monitor Resident meal service to ensure diet modifications are followed
• Educate residents, families, and staff in concepts of nutrition & diet modification
• Routinely evaluate Dietary Care plans for effectiveness to ensure high quality of care
• Meet weekly with the interdisciplinary team to review and adjust residents plan of care
• Work closely with Speech-Language Pathologist to ensure appropriate mechanically altered diets are provided for residents with dysphagia
• Reviewing all menu changes to ensure they follow the facilitys policies/procedures & State/Federal guidelines
• Update diet order and menu changes in computer menu software on a daily basis
• Supervising & working closely with the dietary team to provide excellent Resident care
• Conduct audits of areas relevant to providing quality nutrition care on a routine basis
• Ensure the facility is in compliance with regulations and policies on weight monitoring
• Communicate with the interdisciplinary team on a daily basis to provide quality care to Residents

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a registered Diet Tech
• Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics
• Supervisory experience in healthcare settings
• Exceptional interpersonal & leadership skills
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal guidelines
• Computer literacy and proficiency with EMR software and computer-based menu systems

ABOUT US:

With Columbia University and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine among its neighbors, Amsterdam House is located on Amsterdam Avenue at 112 street in New York City. The essence of Amsterdam includes a unique combination of old-world charm, comfortable surroundings, and a state-of-the-art clinical care. Our longstanding tradition of caring is carried out by an exceptional staff who are dedicated to the healing arts, providing each resident with the opportunity to thrive and achieve maximum comfort. Our reputation tells the story of our success. Having consistently earned a 5-star rating from CMS, we are proud to be ranked among the best nursing homes by the US News and World Report. AMS

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