Dietitian at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC in The Bronx, New York

Job Description:

Schedule: Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm



OVERVIEW:



The Dietitian will assess the nutritional needs, dietary restrictions and current health plans for the facility's residents to develop and implement dietary care plans and provide nutritional counseling as needed.



RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes initial, quarterly and annual nutritional reviews on residents in compliance with federal and state guidelines. Complete monthly nutritional reviews on high risk residents (significant weight loss/gain, pressure ulcer, hemodialysis, tube fed, hospice, etc.). Complete significant nutritional change reviews as necessary.


• Review monthly and weekly weights of residents to assess whether significant changes warrant modifications to nutritional care plans.


• Attend and participate in care plan conferences, Quality Assurance meetings, Morning Meetings, stand up and other clinical meetings, as directed, to obtain information and to provide relevant information regarding residents under Dietitian's care.


• Counsels patients, families, and staff about requirements; handles complaints and resolves problems


• Consult with physicians and other health care personnel (Nurse Practitioners, Dialysis Dietitians, Nursing Staff, etc.) to conduct independent assessment as to the dietary restrictions and nutritional needs of residents.


• Communicate with residents to assess overall nutrition and provide individualized assessment accordingly.


• Assist in coordination of nutrition care services with the Dietary Supervisors.


• Monitor food service operations to ensure conformance to nutritional, safety, sanitation and quality standards, as well as all applicable state and federal regulations.


• Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.


• Use independent logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.


• Knowledge and understanding of regulatory process including all applicable federal, state and local regulations applicable to completing job responsibilities.


• Perform such other and necessary duties as reasonably requested by management and in accordance with the facility's established policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Holds an approved baccalaureate degree with major studies in Nutrition and Dietetics.


• Holding RD Credential is required.


• Computer literacy skills (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Internet, Electronic Medical Records Charting).


• At least two (2) years of working experience as an RD in health care setting is required, preferably in long term care nursing home.


• Ability to read, write, and speak English; and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.



California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.


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Company Profile:


Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.


Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.


Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com .

We look forward to working with you!


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