Clinical Dietitian
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on229, Washington Square South, Downtown, Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan, 48933, United States
About the Team
Senior Community Care of Michigan PACE is part of Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS), serving as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the parent organization. Our PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) centers bring together clinical professionals, housekeepers, maintenance associates, and culinary employees to provide comprehensive care. Unlike many clinical environments, our centers offer flexible work schedules, with most positions requiring only occasional weekends.
Our Lansing, MI location values staff and residents at the highest level. Situated in the vibrant, diverse, and bustling capital city of Michigan, we foster a work-life balance through standard working hours and paid-time off benefits. We have been voted a "Great Place to Work" by employees for four consecutive years, with our 2022 survey highlighting that our team members feel their work has special meaning—it is not "just a job."
About the Role
As a Registered Dietitian, you will serve as a vital member of the Interdisciplinary Team, ensuring the nutritional needs of our elderly participants are met. Under the supervision of the Center Manager, you will screen and assess participant nutritional status, using pertinent data to plan and implement appropriate nutrition interventions. Your day will involve conducting in-person assessments, providing nutritional education to participants and caregivers, and coordinating meal services to ensure standards are met.
You will function as a key collaborator in 24-hour care delivery, maintaining regular attendance at team meetings to communicate participant changes and coordinate care planning decisions. Your role includes monitoring monthly weights, medical diagnoses, drug-nutrient interactions, and other health indicators, reporting changes to the team, and making recommendations for adjustments. Additionally, you will provide direction and supervision to Dietary Aides and offer nutritional educational programs to department staff.
Hiring Process
To apply, please submit your application through our career portal. Candidates selected for the next stage will be contacted for an interview to discuss their experience and fit within our team.
Equal Opportunity
At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging, and embracing diversity. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures our shared commitment to our mission. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.
Work location
Work model: On-site
229, Washington Square South, Downtown, Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan, 48933, United States
Lansing, Michigan
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleScreen and assess participant nutritional status for Senior Community Care participants
- check_circlePlan and implement appropriate nutrition interventions based on pertinent data
- check_circleProvide nutritional education to participants and caregivers
- check_circleCoordinate meal service and monitor kitchen facilities to ensure standards are met
- check_circleCollaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team on care planning decisions
- check_circleProvide nutritional counseling and educational programs to staff and departments
- check_circleMonitor monthly weights, medical diagnoses, and hydration status
- check_circleDocument nutrition notes and activities in participant medical records
- check_circleSupervise Dietary Aide staff and provide direction
- check_circleConduct in-person nutritional re-assessments annually or every six months
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's or advanced degree in food and nutrition or dietetics
- verifiedState Dietitian license
- verifiedRegistered Dietitian Certification
- verifiedMinimum one year experience with frail or elderly population
- verifiedValid driver's license and means of transportation
- verifiedMedical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations
- verifiedBackground check and Drug Screen
Benefits & Perks
check_circle403(b) Retirement Plancheck_circleCareer scholarshipscheck_circleQuality training, continuing career education and leadership programscheck_circleMedical, Dental and Vision Insurancecheck_circlePaid Time Off including Vacation, Holiday and Sick Days
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Nutrition Assessment, Nutrition Diagnosis, Nutrition Interventions, Nutrition Monitoring, Nutrition Evaluation, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Nutrition Care Process, Dietetics, Registered Dietitian Certification, Dietitian License.
Education: Bachelor's or advanced degree in food and nutrition or dietetics required.
Frequently asked questions about Clinical Dietitian at Senior CommUnity Care of Michigan PACE
What does a Clinical Dietitian at Senior CommUnity Care of Michigan PACE do?expand_more
In this Clinical Dietitian at Senior CommUnity Care of Michigan PACE role, you will screen and assess participant nutritional status for senior community care participants; plan and implement appropriate nutrition interventions based on pertinent data; provide nutritional education to participants and caregivers; and coordinate meal service and monitor kitchen facilities to ensure standards are met.
What are the requirements for this Clinical Dietitian role?expand_more
Senior CommUnity Care of Michigan PACE is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's or advanced degree in food and nutrition or dietetics; State Dietitian license; Registered Dietitian Certification; Minimum one year experience with frail or elderly population; Valid driver's license and means of transportation; and Medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations.
Where is the Clinical Dietitian role at Senior CommUnity Care of Michigan PACE located?expand_more
Clinical Dietitian at Senior CommUnity Care of Michigan PACE is based in 229, Washington Square South, Downtown, Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan, 48933, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Senior CommUnity Care of Michigan PACE has listed this Clinical Dietitian role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Clinical Dietitian role?expand_more
Clinical Dietitian at Senior CommUnity Care of Michigan PACE typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Clinical Dietitian at Senior CommUnity Care of Michigan PACE include Nutrition Assessment; Nutrition Diagnosis; Nutrition Interventions; Nutrition Monitoring; Nutrition Evaluation; Medical Nutrition Therapy; Nutrition Care Process; and Dietetics.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's or advanced degree in food and nutrition or dietetics required.
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Clinical Dietitian at Senior CommUnity Care of Michigan PACE is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
About Senior CommUnity Care of Michigan PACE
Senior CommUnity Care of Michigan PACE operates within the Hospitals and Health Care industry, based in Lansing, MI. The organization functions as a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, delivering comprehensive health services to seniors residing in Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton counties, along with adjacent bordering regions. The program is designed for older adults who wish to maintain independence in their own homes while requiring support, as well as for the caregivers and health professionals assisting them. By providing care in the home and community settings, the entity enables participants to avoid institutional nursing home placement and sustain a high quality of life. Senior CommUnity Care of Michigan operates as a service of Volunteers of America, a respected nonprofit, faith-based organization. Nationally, this parent organization assists nearly two million individuals annually through diverse health services and programs spanning children, teens, adults, and families. The program receives capitation funding from Medicare and Medicaid, with provisions allowing non-Medicaid eligible participants to pay an equivalent capitation amount. This model facilitates the delivery of health care and supportive services that empower seniors to remain living at home whenever possible.
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