Overview

Must be currently licensed as a Registered Dietician.

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At Brookdale Riverwalk, we host unique themed lunches and dinners multiple times a month. Whether it is our candlelight gourmet pasta dinner, a healthy Mediterranean luncheon, or Taco Tuesday with fresh made guacamole! Come join our team of expertly trained culinary team and make a difference!

While every community in town offers 3 meals a day, Brookdale communities are fortunate to have expertly-trained culinary associates who have access to thousands of gourmet recipes designed with senior's nutrition in mind. Our dining rooms are also open from 7am-6pm to accommodate dining anytime throughout the day.

If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.

Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status. Additional benefits offered include, but are not limited to:

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Pet Insurance

• Adoption Reimbursement Benefits

• Variety of Associate Discounts

  Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

Please note, Brookdale is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination.

To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

Responsibilities

Under limited supervision, coordinates nutritional care of residents by completing nutritional assessments, developing and implementing care plans and documenting dietary information about residents. Ensures diet plan is consistent with regional direction.

• Consults with residents to evaluate nutritional needs; assesses nutritional needs by using assessment tools; in conjunction with the resident, develops a nutrition care plan; makes appropriate referrals to other care providers; conducts follow-up visits to monitor resident progress.

• Documents care information; participates in case conferences to discuss resident’s strengths and needs with team members; consults with team members regarding residents; review records to determine client progress and makes modifications to the diet plan.

• Clinically supervises residents with high risk conditions such as diabetes, obesity, etc.

• Identifies the need for and develops nutritional education materials and tool to assist residents; conducts staff training related to nutrition;

• Attends conferences, meetings and educational programs to maintain currency in the field of nutrition.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Qualifications

Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition Science or a related field and two years of experience in nutritional counseling.

Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special RequirementsMust be currently licensed as a Registered Dietician. Must have a valid driver's license and a current 3-year driving abstract with no more than one moving violation as a condition of employment.

Management/Decision MakingApplies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.

Knowledge and SkillsPossesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline. Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of nutrition including the nutritional problems of a variety of age, cultural, social and economic groups; principles of program planning, implementation and evaluation.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing

• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors

• Walking

• Sitting

• Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage.

• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel

• Reach with hands and arms

• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections

• Climb or balance

• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• Talk or hear

• Exposure to latex

• Ability to lift: Up to 5 pounds

• Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens

• Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards

• Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment

• Requires Travel: Occasionally

• Vision

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Salary Range Information

$66,560.00 - $75,660.00 / year

Job LocationsUS-CA-Bakersfield | US-CA-Fresno | US-CA-Los Angeles | US-CA-Los Angeles

CategoryHealthcare

Sub-CategoryResident/Patient Support Services

Position Type (Portal Searching)Regular Full-Time

Shift1st Shift

ID2024-246978

Location : NameBrookdale Riverwalk IL/AL/MC

Location : Address350 Calloway Drive

Location : LocationUS-CA-Bakersfield

Work LocationOn-Site