Registered Dietitian

ed Dietitian

Location:

La Plata, MarylandType:

Temporary$45 - $50 per hour32 Hours/week | Starting ASAP for an ongoing duration150-bed LTC facilityAt least 1 year of LTC and PCC experience strongly preferredImmediate benefits eligibility for qualifying placementsWeekdays onlyClinical duties primarilyThis position is located in La Plata, Maryland a charming city known for its beautiful parks, lively local festivals, and scenic river views. Enjoy easy access to outdoor adventures, great dining options, and a friendly community vibe that makes every day enjoyable!

Key Duties

• Assess and document the nutritional needs of each resident in accordance with facility policies and procedures
• Develop a plan of care that identifies the nutrition problems/needs of the resident and goals to be accomplished for each problem/need identified
• Represent the nutrition department at interdisciplinary meetings, such as daily standup, wound and weight, QAPI, MDS and care plan meetings
• Experience with electronic charting and the Nutrition Care Process
• Works cooperatively with food service staff to ensure conformance to diet order and recommend diet changes as appropriate to improve resident's nutritional status
• Understanding of the State and Federal Regulations associated with the industry
• Thorough knowledge of MDS 3.0 Section K and Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM)
• Demonstrates accountability for the proper use of patients' protected health information Required Licenses/Certifications
• Current ed Dietitian credentialed by CDR
• MD state dietitian license is required prior to starting position If you're looking for better work-life balance, consider consulting.

Our team of recruiters expertly match dietitians to opportunities that best suit their abilities and schedule. Dietitians On Demand is a dietitian-focused staffing company with a national footprint. We understand dietitians are essential members of the healthcare team, and we pay you accordingly. This is a contracted temporary position w you'll work for Dietitians On Demand at one of our client sites. We review applications on a rolling basis, so don't wait to apply. Opportunities are filled as soon as the right consultant dietitian is identified, and early applications are strongly encouraged. Perks of being a Dietitians On Demand employee include:

• Premier pay rates and full benefits package
• Free continuing education
• Corporate liability insurance
• W2 employment status
• Work-life balance by choosing when and w you work
• Nutrition Care Manual access
• Opportunity to earn 401K and health insurance benefits based on employment duration Candidates must successfully complete a thorough pre-hire screening process, including but not limited to: phone screen, background check, drug screen, reference and credential check, clinical competency assessment, and tuberculosis screening.

Immunization titers and fingerprinting, as needed.