Dietitian Consultant

National HealthCare Corp

  • Greenwood, SC
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Key Responsibilities: Evaluate nutritionally high-risk patients, including those with weight loss, pressure injuries, enteral feeding needs, or undergoing dialysis. This role involves assessing high-risk patients, developing care plans, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationGreenwood, SC

    Description

    Part-Time Dietitian Consultant

    Location: NHC Greenwood

    Schedule: 2-4 days per month, in-person during standard business hours (Monday-Friday).

    Position Summary:

    NHC Greenwood is seeking a Part-Time Dietitian Consultant to support the nutritional care of residents in a long-term care setting. This role involves assessing high-risk patients, developing care plans, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Evaluate nutritionally high-risk patients, including those with weight loss, pressure injuries, enteral feeding needs, or undergoing dialysis.
    • Complete comprehensive nutrition assessments, develop care plans, and maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
    • Provide guidance to the Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) on patient nutrition and kitchen sanitation practices.
    • Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, therapy team members, and the CDM regarding overall patient care.

    Qualifications:

    • Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required; RD-eligible candidates may be considered.
    • Active South Carolina Dietitian license required.
    • Strong communication and time management skills.
    • Experience in long-term care preferred; training available for the right candidate.

    Compensation:

    Hourly rate negotiable.

    If you are interested in joining a leader in senior care since 1971 and share our values of honesty, integrity, and professionalism, please apply online at nhccare.com/locations/greenwood/

    EOE

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