Communication Skills, Consulting, Dialysis, Dietary Management, Dietetics, Documentation, Health Plan, Long-Term Care, Medical Record System, Nursing, Nutrition, Nutrition Therapy, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, People Management, Risk, Risk Analysis, Sanitation, Time Management, Weight Management
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/
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