Registered DIETITIAN

Company: Lord Chamberlain Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Location: Stratford
Posted on: September 2, 2024

Job Description:

Registered DietitianLord Chamberlain is actively seeking A Registered Dietitian to join our Dynamic team of professionals!We serve patients in long term, short-term or sub-acute (rehabilitation) settings.License/Certification: Registered Dietitian License (Required)Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdministrative Functions Accurately and appropriately determines the nutritional status of residents through completion of nutritional assessments based on facility policies and in accordance with time frames outlined in facility requirements as per facility policies. Appropriately determines the nutritional and hydration risk level of residents. Assesses the adequacy of calorie, macronutrient, and fluid intake within facility guidelines. Determines nutrient requirements based on department criteria. Report all accidents and incidents you observe on the shift that they occur.Actively collects, reviews and assesses anthropometric data, biochemical parameters (eg, sodium, potassium, albumin, blood urea nitrogen), past and current medical and social history and food intake and/or family member, and health care team to assess nutrition and nutrition education needs of patients. Identifies need for nutrition supplementation for residents. Reviews, collects, inputs in computer, and assesses monthly and/or weekly weight data. Includes religious, cultural, and ethic factors, as well as residents wishes when completing nutritional assessments. Develops meaningful and individualized nutritional interventions based on the assessed needs of the residents and documents in the care plans. Provides timely follow-up monitoring and evaluation of residents identified to be a nutrition risk. Identifies appropriate tube feeding formula product within the facility formulary to meet the resident requirements. Develops appropriate interventions to maintain or improve the nutritional status of the resident. Continuously monitors and evaluates the nutrition care and outcomes of residents.Qualifications of a Registered Dietitian: Must have effective communication skills, both verbal and written Must be creative and have good observations and analytical skillsEducation requirements: Minimal requirements are a bachelors Degree in nutrition or related degree. One year of appropriate clinical experienceWhat we offer:Our facility offer its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are a company you can be proud of, where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. Salary commensurate with experience Generous PTO package Health/Dental BenefitsRHMLCby Jobble

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