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Job ID: 873434
Estimated Weekly Gross: $1,610.68
Job Title
Dietitian
Location
Bismarck, ND | Long Term Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Full-Time | Days | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Expected 36 hours/week | No weekend or holiday rotation at this time
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and ensure appropriate nutritional care for all residents in accordance with physician orders, state and federal regulations, and individualized resident care plans
- Ensure nutritious and appetizing meals, snacks, and supplements are planned, prepared, and served in a pleasant atmosphere
- Assess residents’ nutritional needs and document nutritional care provided, maintaining privacy and confidentiality at all times
- Observe and report residents’ conditions to appropriate staff, receiving and sharing relevant information as needed
- Provide residents with opportunities for independence and choice consistent with their care plans
- Follow infection control procedures and applicable OSHA and CDC guidelines related to bloodborne pathogens while serving food, assisting residents, and cleaning
Required Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited college program in Dietetics or a related field
- Registration with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly American Dietetic Association) and/or state licensure as required
- Ability to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing
- Ability to measure and comprehend quantities relevant to nutritional care
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Must live within 80 miles of the facility to be eligible for this placement
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior applicable work experience in a dietitian or clinical nutrition role
- Familiarity with long-term care or skilled nursing facility environments
- Experience working within state and federal regulatory frameworks for resident nutritional care
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the nutritional health and quality of life of residents in a supportive care environment
- Consistent daytime schedule with expected weekly hours and no current weekend or holiday rotation requirements