Health Coach for Weight Loss and Healthy Lifestyle Program, Work from home/Remote position
- Job description: Coach clients remotely (from the comfort of your home) to follow a structured weight loss program that is endorsed by Johns Hopkins, NIH, and Villanova University. Support clients through successes and challenges, being an empathetic and encouraging partner and coach. Reinforce adhering to the program, hydration, physical activity, stress management, importance of good sleep hygiene, etc. Join thousands of other coaches across the country in supporting your clients to achieve their health and weight goals with this program that has predictable weight loss and various programs for diabetics, teens, nursing moms, and many more. There are thousands of amazing stories of transformation and success, as well as 30+ years of research as a leader in the weight loss industry.
- Hours: Flexible! You determine your hours and schedule. More time = better compensation, but you can work 1 hour a week or 40 hours a week. Schedule clients on your own time, according to your calendar and availability (days, nights, weekends - whatever works for you and the client).
- Skills: must be ambitious, health-minded, empathetic, and a team player with a go-getter personality. RD, RDE, Diet Tech are all eligible. Training and mentorship will be provided for those who fit these criteria and would like to become part of one of the world's leading and fastest growing weight loss programs.
Please email: [log in to unmask]______________________________________________________________Nutrition That Works, LLC - Highland, New York 12528
Job Description and Requirements
Nutrition that Works, LLC is looking for a Registered Dietitian to join our team. Position is located in an long term care setting. Previous LTC experience desired. Position is for 32 hours per week. Excellent pay and flexible schedule.
Contact
Sarah Carnathan
Please send resume to [log in to unmask]
9193088175 [tel]
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- See more at: http://www.nutritionjobs.com/job/consultant-dietitian-new-york-highland-nutrition-that-works-llc_14175#sthash.iS0srvWU.dpuf_____________________________________________________________American Dining Creations, Liverpool, New York
Job Description and Requirements
AMERICAN FOOD & VENDING is one of the largest privately-held corporate culinary and refreshment service providers in the United States. Having experienced double-digit annual growth for two straight decades, we are also the fastest-growing company in the industry. We currently operate in over 35 cities across 15 states serving thousands of people every day.
Currently we are seeking candidates for a part time position: Dietitian- Nutrition Menu Management.
This position will work directly with the Culinary Development Team based here in the Syracuse Corporate Office.Position overview:
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Assist with nutritional guidelines tailored for business and campus dining menus.
Candidates must have prior experience with menu analysis programs
Assist with standardized recipes and testing; work with the Food Purchasing Team
Develop and promote nutrition information and education; ensure food safety standards.
Position requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Science/Nutrition and / or Dietetics
Field experience in a hospitality environment preferred
Attention to detail; enjoy working with a team as well as independently
Familiar with current menu analysis programs.
Currently this is a part time position that offers a flexible Monday to Friday work schedule.
Please apply with a resume at www.afvusa.com
Contact: Maureen Hagerty - [log in to unmask]
- See more at: http://www.nutritionjobs.com/job/nutrition-menu-management-new-york-liverpool-american-dining-creations_14164#sthash.EIiDKWOY.dpuf
Medtronic Clinical Specialist, Albany NY
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Medtronic Clinical Specialist (MCS) is either a current clinical expert or “clinical expert in training” relative to Medtronic therapies (CareLink, iPro, Artificial Pancreas Technology, Insulin Forward, etc.). The MCS will be responsible for direct Medtronic therapy education and clinical protocols related to patients, health care professionals (HCP), and HCP practice staff in limited focus accounts. The MCS will gather information and knowledge through his/her work with the HCP and account healthcare team, to identify best practices from a clinical and process standpoint.
The MCS shall not engage in any activities or conduct at any time that assists the HCP account generally on processes or administrative burdens, replaces normal HCP staff responsibilities, manages individual patient diabetes care, provides licensed health care services, or any other work that is not directly tied to the clinical support of Medtronic products and therapies. As stated, the MCS role is of a clinical support expert on Medtronic products and therapies only.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
• Evaluates and tests infrastructure and protocols in limited focus accounts
• Maintain and refine best practice protocols for training and therapy on-boarding process for both patient and HCPs.
• Provide consultation and education to patients currently on or considering Medtronic therapies, to offer helpful information and answer questions.
• For patients on Medtronic products, make clinical adjustments when requested by patient or HCP staff on patient’s Medtronic products only in specific accordance with existing HCP orders.
• Assist HCP in assessing and managing patient therapy once the initiation process begins as needed to ensure a positive outcome, including troubleshooting clinical and technical issues regarding Medtronic products and therapies.
• Deliver efficient use of Medtronic technology and services in HCP account including iPro, CareLink, pumps and sensors, and necessary Medtronic documentation that will be part of Medtronic’s patient records. Assist HCP account identify and implement more efficient protocols tied to Medtronic products and order processes.
• Facilitate collection of all intake documents from patients, insurance, and HCPs needed for Medtronic patient records and supply Medtronic therapies and services efficiently.
• Train patients and HCPs on Medtronic Diabetes products, operations, and therapy including how to do adjust insulin regimens for CSII using standard Blood Glucose (BG) readings and sensor technology.
• Demonstrate Medtronic products to new patients, consulting them on the therapy and helping them make decisions in coordination with the HCP account.
• Consult and present to individuals and groups on behalf of Medtronic Diabetes including CareLink case studies and protocol best practices.
• Partner with Sales team to create and deliver monthly or quarterly outcomes reviews in account.
• Work collaboratively with Medtronic Territory Sales, service and support personnel to ensure seamless team approach. Become an integral part of the Sales Team.
• Travel and attend training, seminars, symposiums and special events as directed.
• Plan, organize and manage assignments within allotted budget.
• Ensure operating within Compliance and Legal guidelines. MCSs shall not provide or offer any business courtesies (meals, drink, refreshments, etc.) under any circumstances.
IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, THE FOLLOWING BASIC QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE EVIDENT ON YOUR RESUME
• A Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 3 years clinical experience, OR, a Master’s Degree with a minimum of 2 years clinical experience
• Required Certification(s): A valid registered license in one or more of the following fields:
o Registered Nurse (RN)
o Registered Dietitian (RD)
o Physician Assistant (PA)
o Nurse Practitioner (NP)
o Pharmacist___________________________________________________________Clinical Nutrition Manager, SodexoSodexo is seeking a Clinical Nutrition Manager for FieldHome Holy Comforter, a 120 bed skilled nursing community. FieldHome is a vibrant center for health care and community services located ~ 35 miles north of Westchester. This beautiful 100+ acre campus serves the needs of our community from birth through the senior years with exceptional programs including: Inter-Generational Child Care, Short-term Rehabilitation, Long-term Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Memory Support, Respite Care and Hospice.
Reporting to the Food Service General Manager, the Clinical Nutrition Manager will:
Manage 1 part time RD and the clinical nutrition program.
Provide nutritional care and conduct resident nutrition screenings, assessments and care plans.
Be a Registered Dietitian with a minimum of 2 years clinical experience in a SNF setting.
Have experience with electronic medical records.
Demonstrate skills in managing and developing clinical staff; development of policy and procedures; accreditation and regulatory readiness and review; and establish and maintain standards of care.
Have excellent communication and customer service skills and have strong leadership skills.
Work closely with the Food Service Management team and assist as needed.
Participate in community events and provide nutrition education for the Assisted Living Community.
For more information about FieldHome click here: http://www.fieldhome.com/
To learn more about what Sodexo has to offer Registered Dietitians and view open positions, go to our Clinical Microsite: http://www.sodexodietitiancareers.com/
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Manager Food Service Operations, Health Quest, Rhinebeck, NYHealth Quest is the largest family of nonprofit hospitals and healthcare providers in the Hudson Valley. Our three award-winning hospitals — Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center and Vassar Brothers Medical Center — have deep roots in their respective communities and work together to provide quality care for our patients.
Health Quest was formed through an affiliation of three local hospitals: Northern Dutchess Hospital (Rhinebeck, NY), Putnam Hospital Center (Carmel, NY) and Vassar Brothers Medical Center (Poughkeepsie, NY). Health Quest also includes affiliated healthcare providers Health Quest Medical Practice and The Heart Center. Together, these hospitals and healthcare providers have devoted themselves to the development of clinical specialties and medical programs and services.
We also count among our partners long-term care facilities, a free-standing radiation oncology center, urgent care centers, a multi-specialty medical practice and a home care service.
Health Quest is really about providing a continuum of care — care that is accessible, care that allows people in our community to stay close to home for all the healthcare services they need. It's about fostering a continuity of care that inspires confidence. This is reinforced by the unilateral commitment Health Quest has from our Board of Directors, healthcare providers, employees, volunteers and community members all working together to live up to the expectations and trust our communities place in us.Responsibilities:
Plans, directs, organizes and oversees the Food Service Department and all related activities at the assigned location within the Health Quest System. This will include Northern Dutchess Hospital, The Thompson House, and other community based locations.
Qualifications:
Education: Associate Degree in food service management, nutrition, dietetics or related field required; Bachelor Degree preferred
Experience:Requires a minimum of five years food service experience including a minimum of three years of Food Service supervisory experience. Experience in healthcare food service preferred.
License/Credentials: Serve Safe Certification required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire.Registered Dietitian or Certified Dietary Manager preferred.______________________________________________________________The ShopRite of Hauppauge, NY, is seeking a Full-time Registered Dietitian to work in our retail store.
This position will be responsible for health and wellness education and outreach to our ShopRite associates, customers and community partners through a variety of programs such as supermarket tours, workshops, one-on-one consultations, and culinary demos. The dietitian will have the opportunity to promote health and nutrition throughout the entire store helping our associates and customers choose products that support their individual health goals.
Schedule flexible depending on programs being implemented, includes some evenings and weekends.
If interested, please send your resume to: Diana Fransis, RD ShopRite's Retail Dietitian Supervisor [log in to unmask]
_______________________________________________________________Apria Healthcare, Clinical Sales Account Manager - Plainview, NYJOB SUMMARY
This position is primarily responsible for selling and servicing Apria products and services at their assigned hospitals and medical groups. This includes generating clinical demand, facilitating discharge of patients from Acute Care settings, providing education on usage of therapeutic equipment for wound care / other clinical therapies to patient and caregivers, procuring required paperwork for billing and coordinating logistics of equipment for home delivery with patient and branch staff. This position will work with the Market Leader to develop and execute specific strategies and tactics to achieve sales (quarterly quota), customer satisfaction and profitability goals. The applicant must be highly motivated, flexible, and sales/service oriented.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Conducts daily sales calls to high potential case managers, doctors and other sales targets in assigned accounts as determined by Market Leader
Creates and maintains call plans to qualify new and maintain existing referrals to grow the business
Enters call plan and outcomes into the CRM system
Partners with the Market Leader to review call plan to achieve strategic goals
Collaborates with case managers, payers, referral sources, home health agencies and Apria intake staff to facilitate discharges
Obtains supportive documentation for clinical and financial patient care management
Provides patient/caregiver initial education and documentation around usage of equipment and/or supplies for wound care and other therapies
Communicates follow-up information to case managers after patient discharge
Identifies on-site educational opportunities with hospital staff
Provides continuing education programs as needed to on-site hospital and payer case managers
Identifies and develops strategic relationships within the institution that will enhance patient care
Facilitates communication amongst all members of the patient care team
Identifies opportunities for improvement in patient care
Participates in the institution's quality assurance/performance improvement initiatives as requested
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Successful completion of Apria’s training and competency assessments
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain solid working relationships with internal and external customers
Learn and comply with all Department of Transportation requirements determined for use of Apria vehicles
Must possess a valid driver’s license
Willingness to participate in ongoing training and development
Geographically located within the assigned territory__________________________________________________________Diabetes Educator, Rochester, NYPURPOSE:
* Responsible for delivering diabetes education based on ADA Standards of Care.
Educates primary care providers, Endocrinologists and other medical staff and
patients on how to better manage people with diabetes according to national
guidelines. Responsible for ensuring the program goals are being properly executed
within territory.
RELATIONSHIPS:
* Reports to a Diabetes Education Manager (DEM). Internally, proactively and
effectively collaborates with sales, marketing, medical and legal personnel.
Represents the organization as a prime contact with customers and field
counterparts. Engages with a variety of customers in a complex marketplace.
Ability to manage multiple external relationships including relations with patients,
vendors and healthcare providers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
* Conduct educational programs in primary care and endocrinology offices for HCPs
and office staff to ensure all diabetes education knowledge is current.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory/legal mandates.
* Ensure that education delivered follows the ADA standards of care
* Implements customized educational programs based upon needs.
* Implement Diabetes curriculum and direct overall staff training, programs and
educational goals under very general supervision, following DEP guidelines.
* Serve as a trusted advisor in diabetes education for targeted healthcare
professionals.
* Responsible for the completion of territory goals.
* Work closely with management giving insight and gaining knowledge of the staffs'
and patients' educational needs.
* Adjust territory routing to help ensure that targeted providers receive exposure to
DEP.
* Prioritize budget resources to drive access and overall DEP strategy.
* Communicate effectively (verbal and written) with field counterpart to leverage
collaborative opportunities while staying within DEP and Novo Nordisk policies and
guidelines.
* Executing on DEP tactics and demonstrates adaptability if/when the strategy
changes.
* Demonstrate openness to coaching and development and make adjustments based
on coaching.
* Involve health systems, employers and other community stakeholders to capitalize
on emerging opportunities
_______________________________________________________________Dietitian/Nutritionist, Per Diem New York, NY
1-3 years of experience required
The registered dietician is responsible for assessing nutritional needs of patients in a home setting plan, organizes, and conducts dietetic education for nursing personnel and other personnel. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team with expertise in nutritional care.
Requirements:
1. Master's degree graduate of an accredited nutrition program preferred from an accredited institution with major in foods, nutrition, or dietetics, and successful completion of an internship or equivalent experience.
2. Previous experience with geriatric population, hospice, home care and cardiac background preferred. Excellent communication, customer service and computer skills.
3. Requires successful completion of courses in methods and principles of teaching.
4. Requires membership and registration in the American Dietetic Association.
5. Is licensed by appropriate state(s), if applicable.
6. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
__________________________________________________________Directors of Nutrition Systems who are a part of Morrison Management Specialists
As a Director of Nutrition Systems you will lead the clinical nutrition teams throughout the healthcare system. Through your experience and expertise, you will manage labor and resources in order to provide for evidence-based medical nutrition therapy and superb patient care and satisfaction. In your day to day responsibilities you will ensure compliance with regulatory standards and work toward improving systems and processes in each of facilities.
Being a part of the Morrison Management team is about making a difference. If you are a Registered Dietitian with 3-5 years of management and/or supervisory experience, and are passionate about providing the best possible service to patients and customers then we want you to join our team as a Clinical Nutrition Manager.
As a Morrison Management team member you will be eligible for comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, tuition reimbursement, a 401K Plan, ADA dues and licensure fee reimbursement, and many other benefits.
Qualifications
Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
Master's Degree, preferred
Three (3) to five (5) years of professional experience in clinical or patient services management in an acute care setting
Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, patients, client, associate and departmental levels
Must be willing to participate in patient satisfaction programs and activities
Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
Must be able to successfully complete criminal background checks (State and Federal) and drug screenings__________________________________________________________
Clinical Dietitian, Ellis Medicine, Schenectady NYPART TIME POSITION AVAILABLE
Ellis Medicine is reinventing the way care is delivered to our community. We’re continually seeking solutions for more responsive care and better outcomes – to help people get through illnesses and go on with their lives.
We’re also seeking Clinical Dietitian who will share our commitment to quality and passion for improving healthcare.
The Clinical Dietitian is responsible for the nutrition management of all patients in assigned areas including nutritional assessment and development of nutrition care plan including enteral and parenteral nutrition support, goal implementation, and monitoring of patient outcome.
Requirements Include:
Completion of Bachelor and/or Masters’ of Science degree in Nutrition/Dietetics (Didactic Program for Dietetics).
Completion of Dietetic Internship and Registration with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics within 90 days of employment as dietitian or current Registered Dietitian
Certification with New York State as Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist is highly desirable.
Recommended but not necessary to have 1-2 years’ experience in hospital dietetics with progressing levels of responsibility in nutrition care areas.
DYNAMIC, HIGH-PERFORMANCE TEAM ENVIRONMENT – EXCELLENT SALARY –
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE
Apply online at www.ellismedicine.org/careers or email resume to [log in to unmask]_______________________________________________________________Head Nutritionist II
Wyckoff Heights Medical Center - Brooklyn, NY
Position Summary:
Responsible in carrying out the daily operations of thru WIC Program based on policies and procedures of the NYSDOH and the sponsoring agency.
* NYSDOH Standards, Policies and Regulations and applies them
appropriately
* Has adequate age specific and nutritional knowledge/skills to conduct nutrition participant centered assessment and counseling.
* Has adequate knowledge of WICSIS and capable to performing all WICSIS related functions in all aspects of WIC services delivery
* Performs within the guidelines of the WIC Program.
* Determines participants nutritional needs and risks by obtaining diet history, food habits and preferences in order to provide realistic nutrition counseling.
* Accurately converts, calculates, collects, measures, interprets and enters in WICSIS all needed information.
* Prepares timely and appropriate High Risk Care Plan. Implement participant centered nutrition assessment to achieve realistic goals and behavioral change among clients under the supervision of Head Nutritionist CPA 3
* Provides timely documentation and facilitates individual and group nutrition contacts. Facilitate Group Discussion appropriately.
* Conduts FGDs, PCNAs using the TLC principles and techniques
* Timely completion of special duties/projects assigned such as BF, PC coordination, OA checklist, Outreach, etc
* Prescribes/authorizes appropriate categorical food package for participants. * Accurately prints and issues all types of WIC checks using NYSDOH policies * Accurately completes the Nutritionist's Daily Log for submission.
* Consistently turns out good volume of work (No.of participants seen at certification, check authorization, HR counseling)
* Performs special assignments and other initiatives as mandated by the WIC Program.
* Carefully reviews nutritional assessment data and other information to provide appropriate nutrition counseling.
* Carefully reviews requests for special formula, approves, disapproves or recommends alternative formula following WIC regulations.
* Consults/seeks advise in matter of uncertainty or under unusual circumstances.
* Anticipates problems and takes appropriate action.
* Able to make recommendations concerning issues relating to performance improvement to enhance program operation and patient care.
* Exhibits good judgment in use of down time and efficiently manages or prioritizes work to finish assignments.
* Can be relied on to fulfill commitment or carry assignments without constant reminder or supervision.
* Handles even difficult problems with no supervision
* Maintains liaison and referral system with community organizations, relations to nutrition educators, health, medical or social service
* Presents appropriate appearance and follows WHMC Code i.e wearing Identification while on duty at all times
* Provides proper notification of absence and tardiness and performs job related duties in a safe manner
Follow fire prevention policies, disaster protocols, infection control process.
* Attends Annual WHMC Orientation
Position Requirements
* This position requires a minimum formal education of Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 1 year job-related experience.
* Desired (not required) criteria include: Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics; CDN or RD eligible; 1 year experience in supervision or administrative duties
* One year experience in supervision or working as a competent professional authority in WIC
Nutrition Coach, Lifetime Fitness, Garden City, NY
Duties & Responsibilities
• Provides safe, comprehensive, empowering, and professional Nutrition Coaching programs
• Ensures members remain motivated to attain their personal health and fitness goals
• Engages members in Life Time Training services, supplements, and technology
• Maintains clean personal workspace and assists with fitness floor & equipment cleaning
• Attends and participates in Club, PT Department, and individual One-on-One meetings
• Leads nutrition consultations and coaching sessions
• Facilitates seminars & group nutrition / fitness events for members
• Develops and maintains a Nutrition client base
• Promotes and sells Nutrition programs and information sessions to members
• Complies with all company safety rules
• Uses all required safety devices and personal protection equipment
• Reports accidents and injuries to supervisor as soon as possible
Qualifications
Education & Experience
• Four year college degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Kinesiology, Exercise Science or related field preferred
• Outpatient Nutrition counseling experience within the fitness industry preferred
• Product or service sales & marketing background recommended
• Experience setting and striving for personal business productivity quotas
• Personal Training experience preferred
• Group health, fitness, or nutrition event organization / facilitation experience recommended (seminars, weight loss challenges, grocery store tours, etc.)
Licenses / Certifications/ Registrations
• Certified Personal Trainer within 6 months of hire (Minimum of One Certification):
o ACE, ACTION, AAPTE, ACSM, CSCCa, Cooper Institute, NASM, NCSF, NCCPT, NESTA, NETA, NFPT, NSCA, PTA Global, LT Academy
• CPR/AED Certification within 6 months of hire
• Nutrition Coaching/Counseling Certification (Minimum of One Certification):
o Registered Dietician Nutrition (RDN)
o Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certified
o Sport Nutritionist (C-ISSN through International Society of Sports Nutrition)
o Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS)
o Other nutrition certifications may be accepted based on individual discussion with hiring managers & Life Time Nutrition Program Managers
Benefits
All Life Time team members receive:
• Complimentary Life Time membership
• Team member discounts for Life Time products & services________________________________________________________________Nutrition and Health Program Coordinator, Cornell UniversityDescription:
Cornell Cooperative Extension in NYC is seeking a program coordinator to lead, coordinate, oversee and evaluate the implementation of core Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) programming and special initiatives in the Nutrition and Health Issues Area in the Bronx/Manhattan region and of citywide efforts as assigned. Responsible for identifying and implementing a variety of strategies for delivering educational programs. Identify program opportunities in assigned communities.
This individual will participate in strategic program development and will promote issue-based program objectives and plans. Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training and supervising 12-15 community educators, administrative assistants and other staff. Ensures accountability and provides direct overall supervision to assigned staff. Serves as subject matter expert in foods, nutrition, food resource management, and food safety.
This is a term position ending September 30, 2016, with the possibilty of renewal.
Qualifications:
Bachelors in nutrition, home economics, public health or related field with a minimum of 15 credits in nutrition. Minimum 4 years progressively responsble experience with emphasis on community based models of education. At least two (2) years experience supervising others. Familiarity with public and private sector programs and resources. Familiarity with program delivery methods suitable for groups withinneighborhoods to be engaged in programming.____________________________________________________________
Demonstrated ability to implement, coordinate and evaluate nutrition education programs in a variety of community settings. Demonstrated ability to relate to a variety of diverse audiences, and to actively promote the delivery of educational programs in a manner sensitive to multicultural and multi-ethnic New York City neighborhoods. Strong problem-solving skills and experience with program development as a team member. Demonstrated skills in the effective supervision and direction of program staff and other resources (consultants, volunteers and students). Ability to identify and develop volunteer and community-based leadership in support of the designed programs. Effective oral and written communication skills. Knowledge and experience in utilizing electronic technology (Microsoft Word, Excel, use of Internet).
Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree. Bi-liingual, Spanish.
Background check may be required. No relocation assistance is provided for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position Apply Here
Registered Dietitian
Healthcare Services Group - New York, NY
We are looking for a professional, energetic Dietitian to join our rapidly growing organization. The candidate will be working with the medical and dinning services team at a large skilled nursing center in the New York, NY area.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitor nutritional status of residents in long term care and Rehab center.
Complete nutritional assessments and complete / review RAI, and care plan processes.
Assist facility in identifying clinical nutrition problems and work towards solutions.
Participate in efforts to improve and maintain acceptable clinical indicators
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors degree required.
Must develop and update care plans, MDS 3.0 and ensure state regulatory compliance.
Active current registered Dietitian required.
2 years of clinical experience preferred
Expertise in clinical nutrition, preferably geriatric rehab care practices in a skilled nursing setting.
Possess knowledge of all applicable local, state and federal regulatory statues and guidelines pertaining to healthcare in the skilled nursing setting.
Sufficient knowledge of food production and distribution, to evaluate meal quality, dinning programs and texture modified diet preparation.
Ability to multi task and prioritize when needed, comfortable working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Apply here___________________________________________________________
Nutrition Coordinator Action for a Better Community, Inc. - Rochester, NY
$38,758 - $52,905 a year
Program: Head Start
Location: 49 Stone Street
Hours: 37.5 hrs/wk/52 weeks per year
Salary Range: $38,758 – $52,905 annually
Summary of Responsibilities
To provide leadership and support to nutrition services. Develop systems that ensure compliance with Head Start performance standards, NY State sanitation codes and CACFP regulations. Monitor nutrition health concerns and provide education and training materials on nutrition to parents. Provide direct oversight of comprehensive nutrition services and education that affects the nutrition development of children and families.
Qualifications/Education and Experience:
· Bachelors Degree in Food Management or related area
· Registered Dietician, current ADA Registration (American Dietetic Association) or a Master’s degree (MPH OR MS) from an approved program in public health nutrition.
· 3-5 years experience in nutrition administration and supervision.
· Must have ability to work independently
· Must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Products data base management.
· Requires ability to deal with people at all organizational levels; good administrative, analytical, organizational, interpersonal, planning, problem-solving and oral and written communication skills; and an aptitude to directing and motivating people.
· Must have excellent analytical skills
· Requires health and physical capability to work in an office or kitchen environment; and to bend, lift and /or more up to 40 lbs.
· Requires valid NYS driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
· All employees of ABC Early Childhood Services Division must receive and maintain a full clearance from the Justice Center of New York and the Office of Children and Family Services that allows them unsupervised contact with children. Any prospective or current employee who has an indication of child abuse maltreatment or neglect, or who cannot be left unsupervised with children, will not be hired or retained . Apply Here_____________________________________________________________Parttime Registered Dietitian, Binghamton, NYJob Summary:
Provides medical nutrition therapy to long-term care/rehab residents. Participates in collaboration with other disciplines through patient care meetings and MDS regardingpatient care.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The following functions are considered essential to this position:
- Reviews medical record of each resident and meets with resident and/or family to obtain and evaluate diet history information of each resident.
- Collects data and completes nutritional assessments (Initial/Annual/Significant change of status- long form assessment) and care plans for each resident including nutritional needs within the guidelines established by the Registered Dietitian.
Reviews and co-signs initial, readmission, annual and significant change assessments of diet technician.
- Counsels and educates resident and/or family in food selection and diet restrictions to meet nutritional needs. Documents counseling in medical record.
- Attends Resident Care Conferences as scheduled and integrates and/or updates individual residents total plan of care. (Note these meeting are two to three days a week from 1-3:30pm)
Attends weekly wound, weight and fluid restriction meetings. Reviewing plans of care, approaches and interventions of affected residents.
- Reviews and updates nourishments to meet the nutritional needs of each resident; updates and adjusts nourishments as needed.
- Processes diet orders and changes in diet and inputs changes in computer as necessary. Updates resident profiles.
- Charts monthly on residents at nutritional watch- Stage III, IV, DTI and unstageable wounds, tube feedings, dialysis, weight loss, decrease in intake and other residents as deemed necessary.
- Charts quarterly on residents per schedule and charts on residents with changes in nutritional status, physical changes affecting nutrition ect, as needed.
- Completes MDS’s per established procedures and signs signature sheets.
- Completes CAA’s as appropriate (Therapeutic, tube feeding and dehydration)
- Charts on lab results as appropriate (Note labs are received daily)
- Completes audits as needed
- Makes meal rounds to monitor residents’ intake, acceptance of meal supplements and need for assistance at mealtimes as needed.
- Makes referrals to SLP, OT, dentist and restorative program as needed for benefit of resident.
- Completes intake studies as needed.
- Performs nutrient analysis on regular and therapeutic extensions.
- Completes admission/readmission notes and notes for problems with individual residents within 48 hours of admission/readmission or notification. (Ex. Weight loss, unusual decreased intake, wounds ect.)
- Assists Food Service Director in design and review of regular and therapeutic diets.
- Attends Food Counsel meetings with residents.
- Completes Guardian Angel Program Rounds- visiting and asking questions to 16 assigned residents and attending monthly meetings.
- Completes Abaquis assignments - Family interviews and completes accompanying paper work. New assignments given monthly.
- Other duties as assigned by Administrator such as informing residents and family of Evercare program.
- Performs a variety of related duties as assigned for the benefit and success of the department.
- Attends continuing education. (Must complete 75 credits every 5 years)
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
Must possess a Bachelor of Science from an accredited program in Nutrition and Dietetics. Must be registered by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, or registration eligible. Must be able to interact with residents/staff effectively. Must possess computer skills.
Experience: Experience in food and nutrition in a health care institution. Apply Here_________________________________________________________