Dietitian reviews physicians diagnosis and designs and implements therapeutic nutritional care plans for patients utilizing general dietetic standards and regulations. Monitors and documents patient progress and consults with physicians as needed. Being a Dietitian educates and provides guidance to staff, patients, and families regarding diet and food plans. Administers and advises food service operations to ensure menus comply with prescribed nutritional plans. Additionally, Dietitian requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. Requires Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). The Dietitian gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Dietitian typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Full Time Registered Dietitian, Monday - Friday with occasional Weekend Coverage (Leader on Duty)
Ecumen Detroit Lakes is hiring a Dietitian. Ecumen Detroit Lakes consists of 101 independent living and assisted living rental apartment homes, as well as 92 nursing home beds and 22 additional residences for seniors requiring memory care services.
Ecumen is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now, as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living provider, we continue to advocate for those we serve.
Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults, while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs.
The Dietitian is responsible for resident nutrition care including menu development, modified diet textures and therapeutic needs of the resident’s nutrition status. This position provides nutrition direction based on the individual care plan of each resident and complies with licensing guidelines, state and federal regulations, and follows established facility policies and procedures. May assist with the total food service operation for the facility by assisting with preparation, serving and clean-up as directed.
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