The Role at a glance :
We are looking to add an experienced Registered Dietitian to our Hospitality team in Natchitoches, LA. As a Registered Dietitian with our Hospitality, you will have the opportunity to identify and assess the nutritional needs of assigned patients / residents, initiate interventions to achieve and / or maintain individuals nutritional status, and enhance quality of life consistent with patient’s / resident’s goals. We can offer a flexible schedule for this opportunity!
What you'll be doing :
- Providing nutritional expertise to the health care team and educating patients / residents, staff, or consultants.
- Following the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ standards of practice and facility regulatory requirements.
- Interacting with other departments in setting up procedures and policies, and in problem solving as it relates to dining service and nutrition.
- Actively participating in the development, review, and revision of continuous quality improvement programs.
What we're looking for :
Must-haves :
Bachelor’s degree in nutrition (Prior to 2024) or related fieldMaster's degree in Nutrition or related field.Passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) or meets the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics requirements for eligibility.Passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) or meets the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics requirements for eligibility.Completes 75 hours of continuing education hours every five years, in accordance with the CDR, utilizing the professional portfolio development process.Licensed or certified, per state requirements.Knowledge of regulation standards specific to comprehensive assessments, care planning, and residents’ rights.Ability to teach others, specifically pertaining to nutrition and dietetics.Nice-to-haves : .
Experience working in healthcare or long-term care.Where you'll be working :
Natchitoches, LAOur Benefits :
Reimbursement for licensure and dues!Medical (FT Employees)DentalVisionVoluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital IndemnityDiscount ProgramCommuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)EAP401kSick TimeHoliday Pay (9 paid holidays)Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)Paid Time OffRequirements
passed the Commission on Dietetic Registration test or other CDR requirements
Benefits
Reimbursement for licensure and dues!Medical (FT Employees)DentalVisionVoluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital IndemnityDiscount ProgramCommuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)EAP401kSick TimeHoliday Pay (9 paid holidays)Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)Paid Time Off