Job Description
HCP Talent is collaborating with a Long-Term Care/Rehabilitation Facility (120 beds) in Ithaca, NY that is seeking a Registered Dietitian (RD) for a full-time Day shift M-F position.
RD Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides nutritional care for residents in accordance with the facility policies and procedures and consistent with guidelines developed by the New York State Department of Health.
- Assesses nutrition needs and identifies nutrient requirements according to specific needs of residents.
- Accurately and appropriately determines the nutritional status of residents through completion of nutritional assessments.
- Assesses the adequacy of calorie, macro-nutrient, and fluid intake.
- Collaborates with the resident and/or family member, and health care team to assess nutrition and nutrition education needs of patients.
- Identifies need for nutrition supplementation for residents.
- Continuously monitors and evaluates the nutrition care and outcomes of residents.
Benefits:
- Monday-Friday day shift position (Flexible start and end time)
- Competitive Compensation: up to $68,000 annually
- An opportunity to express your talents and lead a high performing team
- Generous PTO
- 401K
- Comprehensive Benefits: medical, optical and dental insurance
- Perks & Recognition
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or related field
- Registered Dietitian (RD) certification required