IDD Dietitian Position Available In Rutherford, Tennessee

IDD Dietitian RHA Health Services, LLC – 2.8

Murfreesboro, TN Job Details Part-time Estimated:

$54.4K – $63.4K a year 15 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Employee discount Qualifications CPR Certification Sanitation Mid-level Driver’s License Supervising experience Bachelor’s degree First Aid Certification Food service Registered Dietitian 1 year Full Job Description We are hiring for:

IDD Dietitian Type:

Independent Contractor (Direct Services) If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services! Develops and monitors nourishing, well-balanced diets including modified and specially-prescribed diets to meet the daily nutritional and special dietary needs of each people supported. Relies on knowledge, experience, and judgment with limited direction and supervision. Education, Licensure, and Experience required for the position include: Requires a four-year degree with a minimum of one year experience in a healthcare setting. Must be a Registered Dietician. If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, join our team at RHA Health Services! This position is responsible for developing and monitoring well-balanced diets including modified and specially-prescribed diets to meet the daily nutritional and special dietary needs of each people supported.

Additional Responsibilities include:

Identifies ways to accommodate choices, preferences and customary routines relating to nutrition and diet of the people supported. Plans menus that meet the nutritional needs of people supported in accord with recommended dietary allowances and state and federal regulations. If food intake is inadequate or people supported’s nutritional status is poor, adjusts menus to meet caloric and nutrient intake. Verifies people supported information regarding new admissions and diet order changes. Works closely with nursing staff and doctors in relation to diet orders, supplements (occasionally vitamins or meds) and lab work. Records progress notes in the clinical record including people supported’s responses to dietary interventions Conducts regular mealtime assessments, reviews records, interviews staff and people supported to ensure that all people supported are receiving food in the amount, type, consistency and frequency to maintain usual weight and nutritional values. Completes and updates dietary assessments as part of the people supported assessment process. Participates in the development and update of dietary services policies and procedures that reflect the philosophy and mission of the facility and accepted professional standards of nutrition and sanitation.

Required Education/Experience:

Baccalaureate degree in field from an accredited university/ college Prefer previous experience, including a minimum of one year professional food service experience in a health care setting which includes identification of dietary needs, planning and implementation of dietary programs.

Pre-employment screening:

Complete criminal background Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities) Drug testing Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements. Proof of employment history or references (if required) Positions that require driving Proof of driver’s license, driver’s insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals. We offer the following benefits to employees:

Payactiv:

early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday! Employee perks and discount program : to help you save money! Paid Time Off (full-time employees only) Health/Insurance (full-time employees only) 401(k) retirement savings program

Wellbeing Programs:

Physical, Emotional and Financial Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)

Training:

Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.

About RHA:

At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes. For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.