Registered Dietitian (Part-Time) - Sherwood Oaks Post Acute

Registered Dietitian (Part-Time) - Sherwood Oaks Post Acute at Sherwood Oaks Post Acute Registered Dietitian (Part-Time) - Sherwood Oaks Post Acute at Sherwood Oaks Post Acute in Thousand Oaks, California Posted in 3 days ago.

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Part-Time Job Description:

Monday - Thursday (60hrs/month)

Pay Rate:

$55/hr Assess residents' nutritional status through comprehensive evaluations, including medical history, lab results, weight trends, and dietary intake, in accordance with CMS and state regulations. Develop individualized care plans that address medical conditions, cultural preferences, and physician orders, ensuring alignment with facility policies and resident goals. Monitor residents' progress by tracking weight changes, meal intake, tolerance to diets, and overall nutritional outcomes, making timely adjustments to care plans. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (nursing, therapy, physicians, and social services) to integrate nutrition care into the overall treatment plan. Provide nutrition education and counseling to residents, families, and staff on therapeutic diets, disease management (diabetes, renal, dysphagia, etc.), and general wellness. Conduct routine audits and compliance reviews to ensure menus, meal service, and documentation meet federal/state regulatory requirements and facility standards. Oversee menu planning and analysis for therapeutic and regular diets, ensuring compliance with dietary guidelines and resident preferences while maintaining cost efficiency. Participate in care plan meetings and MDS assessments (Minimum Data Set) to provide accurate, timely input on residents' nutritional status and care needs. Ensure safe food and nutrition practices by monitoring sanitation, portion control, special diets, and kitchen compliance with health and safety standards. Serve as a resource and trainer for dietary staff , providing ongoing education on nutrition standards, therapeutic diets, and resident-centered dining practices.