Come join our awesome team as a Registered Dietician with Senior CommUnity Care of Colorado in Eckert. We offer great benefits and a great work environment!
Senior CommUnity Care of Colorado PACE is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization.
Pay: $63,000 - $79,000 annually, based on experience! Relocation Bonus Offered!
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8a-5pm. Travel in the community to and from participants homes may be required.
Employer/Employee Benefits:
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Saving Account (FSA)
- 403(b) - with discretionary contribution
- Paid Vacation/Sick Time
- Employee Referral Program
Benefits with minimal to no cost to employees:
- Scholarships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness program
- Life insurance (with an option to purchase additional)
- Short term disability
- Loan program
- Ministry Program
The Registered Dietician will screen and assess participant nutritional status for Senior CommUnity Care participants. Uses pertinent data to plan and implement appropriate nutrition interventions and communicates the information to the Interdisciplinary Team to ensure the nutritional needs of the participants are met. Performs nutritional assessment and provides nutritional education for Senior CommUnity Care participants requiring interventions. Coordinates serving of meals; monitors/coordinates kitchen facilities to ensure standards are met. Coordinates with contracted meal services to ensure meals meet the needs of the Senior CommUnity Care participants. Provides education to other health care professionals as appropriate. Provides direction and supervision to Dietary Aide.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Advanced degree from an accredited college with major studies in food and nutrition or dietetics required. Licensed in the state as a Dietitian. Registered Dietitian Certification required.
- Minimum of one year of experience working with a frail or elderly population required.
- Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
- Must have a valid driver's license and have means of transportation.
- Must be able to clear Background Check and Drug Screen.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Working knowledge of physical, mental and social needs of frail older adults.
- Effective skills in assessment of nutritional needs of frail older adults.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work with an Interdisciplinary Team, as well as independently.
- Effective organizational skills.
- Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provides quality Nutrition Care through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, evidence-based Nutrition Care Process. Specific to each disease/condition, completes the Nutrition Assessment, Nutrition Diagnosis, Nutrition Interventions, on-going Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation. Provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and education to participants and or caregivers. Reports any changes in participant status to the Interdisciplinary Team and coordinates interventions with the appropriate staff
- Conducts an in-person re-assessment yearly; and every six (6) months if actively involved in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care. Also, any participant with a change of status is re-assessed in-person.
- Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team. Maintains regular attendance at, and participants in Interdisciplinary Team meetings; communicates participant changes, collaborates on care planning decisions and coordination for twenty-four (24) hour care delivery.
- Monitors monthly weights, medical diagnosis, drug nutrient interactions, changes in chewing, swallowing, mood changes hydration status, intake, skin breakdown, reports changes to the Interdisciplinary Team and makes recommendations for changes to appropriate staff.
- Documents nutrition notes and all other pertinent activities in the participations' medical record according to Senior CommUnity Care standards.
- Provides nutritional counseling and education for Senior CommUnity Care program participants and or caregivers using appropriate materials.
- Provides nutritional educational programs to own department or other departments/Senior CommUnity Care staff.
- Assists in monitoring meals, including intake, diet compliance and tray accuracy.
- Oversees and manages dining program.
- Maintains operational food inventory and emergency dietary supply inventory according to regulations. Including ordering, shopping, and errands associated with dietary operations.
- Oversees special event planning as necessary, including ordering, setup, break down and cleaning.
- Develops and implements the nutritional components of participant's plan of care including active participation and development of therapeutic dining programs.
- Maintains supplement/snack/bag lunch lists and dietary census for Senior CommUnity Care participants.
- Directs, supervises, performs initial and annual competencies on, and evaluates the performance of the Dietary Aide.
- Ensures that the job responsibilities, authorities, and accountability of direct reports are defined and understood.
- Oversees maintenance/cleanliness and orderliness of serving kitchen. Monitors portion control; appropriate serving of food; adherence to therapeutic diets, purchasing and inventory of food.
- Responsible for the management of therapeutic diets, including modification to meet individual participant needs, and physician orders.
- Acts as liaison with contracted meal service to ensure meals meets the needs of the Senior CommUnity Care participants.
- Assists in development of policies and procedures for nutrition and dining services.
- Protects privacy and maintains confidentiality of company procedures, results and information about employees, participants and families.
- Participates and support Quality Improvement Initiatives.
- Performs other duties/projects and participates on other committees, as requested.
Senior Community Care of Colorado (SCCCO) is a PACE Program (Program of All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly) serving older adults in Montrose and Delta Counties. Our team offers wrap-around care services to meet the unique needs of each of our participants and support them to remain living independently in their homes and communities. Our approach to care is based on our respect for the human spirit and the belief that the right to dignity doesn’t diminish with age. Compassion, empathy, personal attention are at the core of how we serve each and every program participant. Unlike other settings, getting to know our participants and building meaningful relationships are key to our success.
We want our staff to love their job and offer flexible work schedules and a comprehensive benefits package that support a healthy and active work-life balance. SCCCO is Great Place to Work-Certified 7 years in a row!
At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.
Experience
Required
- 1 year(s): Experience working with a frail or elderly population required.
Education
Required
- Masters or better in Dietetics or related field
Licenses & Certifications
Required
- Driver's License
- Licensed Dietitian
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