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Sapphire Nursing and Rehab at Goshen, a long term skilled nursing facility located in Orange County, New York is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join its team of exceptional care professionals. The Registered Dietitian will be responsible for assessing the nutritional status of patients and recommending the appropriate nutrition therapy as it pertains to the patients’ nutritional needs. The Registered Dietitian will also be responsible in assisting the dietary staff in creating high quality meals and the delivering of a meaningful dining experience for clients in a long tern skilled nursing facility.
Job Responsibility
Assesses nutritional status of patients and recommends appropriate nutrition therapy
Interviews patient and/or family for nutritional history, obtains food preferences, assesses patients, and documents in medical record
Conducts nutritional assessment, develops and implements patient specific care plans, and assists in recommending nutrition care plans to medical staff
Assists in recommending therapeutic diet modifications and/or supplemental feedings to physicians
Calculates nutrient content of tube feeding and dietary intakes as ordered by physicians
Provides nutritional guidance and counseling to patients and their families
Assists with changes to patient's menu, including food preferences, and development of standardized recipes
Oversees food service workers in proper food handling and portion control
Prepares, presents, and conducts individual and group education classes
Develops and utilizes effective communication regarding nutrition information by coordinating with interdisciplinary team
Knowledge of applicable state and federal guidelines
Computer literacy and proficiency with EMR software and computer-based menu systems
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience
Current Registered Dietician Certification with the NYS Department of Education