Registered Dietitian (RD)

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    Known for its commitment to compassionate care and clinical excellence, Bishop offers both short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing services in a supportive and homelike environment. Work closely with Speech-Language Pathologist to ensure appropriate mechanically altered diets are provided for residents with dysphagia.

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    LocationSyracuse, NY

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    Bishop Center

    is hiring a

    Registered Dietitian (RD)

    in

    Syracuse, NY.

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    Registered Dietitian (RD) or RD-eligible candidates will be considered DUTIES: Assess/monitor the residents‘ nutritional status, provide recommendations to medical staff, and develop adequate care plans

    Evaluate the special needs of residents regarding nutrition support, skin breakdown, and significant weight issues

    Coordinate procurement of nutrition support supplies and oral supplements with outside vendors as well as involve department heads

    Monitor resident meal service to ensure diet modifications are followed

    Educate residents, families and staff in concepts of nutrition & diet modification

    Routinely evaluate Dietary Care plans for effectiveness to ensure high-quality of care

    Meet weekly with interdisciplinary team to review and adjust residents’ plan of care

    Work closely with Speech-Language Pathologist to ensure appropriate mechanically altered diets are provided for residents with dysphagia

    Reviewing all menu changes to ensure they follow facility’s policies/procedures & State/Federal guidelines

    Update diet order and menu changes in the computer menu software on a daily basis

    Supervising & working closely with the dietary team to provide excellent resident care

    Conduct audits of areas relevant to providing quality nutrition care on a routine basis

    Ensure facility is in compliance with regulations and policies on weight monitoring

    Communicate with the interdisciplinary team on a daily basis to provide quality care to residents

    REQUIREMENTS: Must be a Registered Dietitian

    Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics

    Exceptional interpersonal & leadership skills

    Knowledge of applicable state and federal guidelines

    Computer literacy and proficiency with EMR software and computer-based menu systems

    About Us: Bishop Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a warm and welcoming 440-bed skilled nursing facility located in Syracuse, New York. Known for its commitment to compassionate care and clinical excellence, Bishop offers both short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing services in a supportive and homelike environment. Our dedicated team uses a personalized, multi-disciplinary approach to help residents recover, regain independence, and thrive.

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