Registered Dietitian (RD)- Part Time

Registered Dietitian (RD)

Richmond Center is seeking a certified Registered Dietitian who is both knowledgeable and experienced in the Institutional Food Service and Dining Industry to work Part-Time at our skilled nursing facility in Staten Island, NY. This position works closely with the Food Service Director and our Corporate Registered Dietitian maintaining all aspects of dietary nutritional care of LTC residents. As an integral part of our CQI, you will report directly to the Regional Dietitian and Director of Food Services.

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 an interdisciplinary team to review and adjust residents plan of care
• Work closely with the 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 an interdisciplinary team on a daily basis to provide quality care to Residents

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a Registered Dietitian
• 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

LOCATION:

Staten Island, NY

ABOUT US:

Richmond Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a 372-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in the borough of Staten Island. Our size enables a warm, nurturing environment, which allows each resident to maintain his/her individuality. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents, by maintaining each residents dignity and independence. RC2005