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Registered Dietician- $2,500 Sign On BonusBoldAge PACE • Evansville, Indiana, United States
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Registered Dietician- $2,500 Sign On Bonus

BoldAge PACE
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    Evansville, Indiana, United States
  • US
    Evansville, Indiana, United States
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About

Join BoldAge PACE and Make a Difference!

Why work with us?

  • A People First Environment: We make what is important to those we serve important to us.
  • Make an Impact: Enhance the quality of life for seniors. 
  • Professional Growth: Access to training and career development.

Competitive Compensation:

  • $2,500 Sign On Bonus
  • Medical/Dental
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401K with Match*
  • Life Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Employee Assistance Program

BE PART OF OUR MISSION!

Are you passionate about helping older adults live meaningful, independent lives at home with grace and dignity? BoldAge PACE is an all-inclusive program of care, personalized to meet the individual health and well-being needs of our participants. Our approach is simple: We listen to our participants and their caregivers to truly understand their needs and desires.

Registered Dietician

JOB SUMMARY 

Assesses nutritional status of PACE participants. Uses pertinent data to plan and implement appropriate nutrition interventions and communicate the information to the Interdisciplinary Team to ensure the nutritional needs of the participants are met. Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team. Provides nutrition counseling, education, and therapy to participants; educates and counsels family and other caregivers regarding dietary issues; and conducts initial assessments and periodic reassessments.  Participates in the development of the plan of care, assists in the coordination of 24-hour care delivery, and regularly informs the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) of the nutritional needs of each participant. Provides education to other health care professionals as appropriate.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide high quality nutritional care and services and serves as a member of the PACE interdisciplinary team (IDT) 
  • Conduct an initial comprehensive nutritional assessment upon enrollment and as needed according to PACE procedures regulations. 
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop a comprehensive care plan for each participant. Revise goals and approaches to participants’ care in coordination with interdisciplinary team. 
  • Provide nutritional counseling to participants, care givers and family members to promote health and wellbeing of participants. 
  • Facilitate nutrition-related care plan interventions, such as home delivered meals and supplements.  
  • Monitor weight, medical diagnosis, drug nutrient interactions, changes in chewing or swallowing, mood changes, hydration status, intake, skin breakdown and report changes to the interdisciplinary team with recommendations for changes. 
  • Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop and implement the comprehensive plans of care for participants.  
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships and communication with co-workers, participants and their families/significant others, and members of the community.  
  • Participate in all interdisciplinary team meetings.
  • Assist the interdisciplinary team members, contractors and center staff in understanding the significant nutritional status and needs related to the participant’s health problems.  
  • Incorporate cultural and ethnic preferences of participants into individual care plans. Provide direction and input into planning and implementation of nutritional services regarding the cultural and ethnic preferences of participants. 
  • Performs the duties of other IDT members based on professional licensing, competencies, and experience as needed. 
  • Performs the duties in the role of Food Service Supervisor as assigned. 
  • Actively participates in Quality Improvement projects / meetings.
  • Participates in family meetings, staff meetings, in-service and training and orientation programs as required.
  • Follows all PACE Program Policies and Procedures and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety guidelines.
  • Protects privacy and maintains confidentiality of all company procedures and information about employees, participants and families.
  • Documentation of care that reflects excellence as demonstrated by clear, concise, comprehensive data.
  • Practices standard precautions and follows PACE Program Infection Control protocols.
  • Position specific competencies for the Dietitian will be met prior to assuming participant care.
  • Performs other duties as required or requested. 

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major studies in food, nutrition, or dietetics. 
  • Passing the Commission on Dietic Registration (CDR) exam.
  • Minimum of 1 year working with the elderly population required.  If this is not present, training will be provided upon hire (If applicable for the role).  
  • Minimum of two (2) years clinical nutrition experience preferred 
  • Serve Safe Certified preferred.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and the minimum state required liability auto insurance.   
  • Be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up to date before engaging in direct participant contact.
  • Pass a comprehensive criminal background check that may include, but is not limited to, federal and state Medicare/Medicaid exclusion lists, criminal history, education verification, license verification, reference check, and drug screen. 

BoldAge PACE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

* Match begins after one year of employment


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  • Evansville, Indiana, United States

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