Registered Dietitian

We are looking to add an experienced registered dietitian to our healthcare team in Pittsburgh. As a registered dietitian, you will have the opportunity to identify and assess the nutritional needs of assigned patients/residents, initiate interventions to achieve and/or maintain individuals nutritional status, and enhance quality of life consistent with patient’s/resident’s goals. 

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• Providing nutritional expertise to the health care team and educating patients/residents, staff, or consultants. 
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• Following the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ standards of practice and facility regulatory requirements. 
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• Interacting with other departments in setting up procedures and policies, and in problem solving as it relates to dining service and nutrition. 
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• Actively participating in the development, review, and revision of continuous quality improvement programs. 
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Must-haves: 

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• Passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) or meets the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics requirements for eligibility. 
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• Completes 75 hours of continuing education hours every five years, in accordance with the CDR, utilizing the professional portfolio development process. 
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• Licensed or certified, per state requirements. 
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• Knowledge of regulation standards specific to comprehensive assessments, care planning, and residents’ rights. 
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• Ability to teach others, specifically pertaining to nutrition and dietetics. 
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Nice-to-haves: 

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• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or related field. 
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• Experience working in healthcare or long-term care. 
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John J. Kane communities

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• Medical (FT Employees)
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• Dental
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• Vision
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• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
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• Discount Program
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• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) 
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• EAP
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• 401k
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• Sick Time
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• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
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• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
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• Paid Time Off 
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