Location: New York,NY, USA
Current registration with the CDR as an RD or certification as a Dietitian-Nutritionist by the NYSED, and one year of post-registration/certification experience proving dietetic services to individuals. Assists in providing dietetic and nutrition services to individuals. Maintains individual records in accordance with program standards and requirements; and documents and updates individual information, such as diet histories and plans, and modifications prescribed by physicians. Performs standardized dietetic care tasks, such as nutrition screenings and assessments on low-risk individuals. Observes individuals at mealtimes; records and reports observations, including eating habits and reactions to food and special diets; and consults with supervisor and treatment staff regarding changes in individual diet and nutrition goals. Provides standard nutrition information and instruction on diets and food preparation activities to individuals, families, and healthcare staff. Inspects or supervises food preparation, handling, service areas, and meals; and assists in identifying deficiencies and implementing corrective action plans to ensure compliance with prescribed diets, menus, standards, and requirements. Monitors and maintains food service and supply inventories. Provides professional dietetic and nutrition services to individuals and assists in the management of food and nutrition program operations. Serves as a member of multidisciplinary treatment team; completes nutrition screenings and assessments; consults with healthcare providers on individual diet therapy programs to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions; and identifies and recommends regimens to improve and maintain individual nutritional health. Develops, plans, and/or approves diets and menus, including changes and substitutions; initiates actions to modify menus based on individual preferences and concerns; and coordinates and supervises recipe development and standardization. Provides nutritional care instructions, information, training, and consultation services to individuals and families; healthcare, direct care, and food and nutrition staff; and community-based programs on nutrition therapy, menu planning, and food preparation, sanitation, and safety procedures. May supervise Dietitian Technicians, Dietitians 1, and a small food preparation and service program(s) and staff; and perform the full range of supervisory duties. This Award will be based on a combination of the submission of resumes / candidates who have the applicable experience, as noted above, to meet the operational needs of Bronx PC. Past past performance will be taken into consideration as well. The lowest viable quote that meets the service requirements noted above will be chosen. Selected candidates will be required to complete the Facility HR pre-screening process including completion of the Bronx Psychiatric Center Application, completion of the NYS Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs Criminal Background Check and Facility medical clearance.