Registered Dietitian Full-Time

Come Join Our Team at Sierra Valley Post Acute

Job Title: Registered Dietitian (RD)

Location: Skilled Nursing Facility, Porterville, CA

Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Reports To: Director of Nursing / Facility Administrator
Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Dietitian (RD) to join our skilled nursing facility in Porterville, CA.

The RD will play a critical role in providing high-quality nutritional care to our residents, ensuring that their dietary needs are met based on their individual health conditions and preferences.

The ideal candidate will have experience in long-term care settings, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to improving residents' quality of life through optimal nutrition and dietary practices.
Key Responsibilities:


* Nutritional Assessments: Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments for new admissions, quarterly reviews, and as needed for residents based on changes in health status.


* Care Plan Development: Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans for residents, focusing on promoting overall health and wellness.


* Dietary Management: Ensure all residents receive diets that align with their medical conditions and dietary restrictions, including texture modifications, therapeutic diets, and supplementation as necessary.


* Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly monitor and evaluate residents' nutritional status, intake, and weight, and make adjustments to care plans accordingly.


* Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, care plans, progress notes, and all other relevant information in compliance with state and federal regulations.


* Resident and Family Education: Provide nutrition counseling and education to residents, families, and staff as needed.


* Compliance and Standards: Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, as well as facility policies and procedures.

Stay current with industry trends and evidence-based practice guidelines.


* Menu Development and Review: Assist in menu planning, development, and review to ensure nutritional adequacy, palatability, and resident satisfaction.


* Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Participate in care conferences and communicate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to promote continuity of care.

Qualifications:


* Education: Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field.


* Licensure/Certification: Registered Dietitian (RD) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).

California state licensure or eligibility.


* Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian, preferably in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.


* Skills: Strong assessment, planning, and evaluation skills.

Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR)...