Registered Dietitian

Horizon PACE is excited to announce an amazing opportunity to be part of Horizon PACE’s program (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly). This innovative program is for individuals 55 years or older, who are living with chronic illness, or disabilities and need coordinated medical care to continue living as independently as possible in their home and community. The healthcare team at Horizon PACE will approach coordinating medical, social, and home care services so individuals no longer need to manage their medical care alone. Horizon has over 25 years’ experience providing care in Kentucky and is the largest provider of adult day health care services in the state. Horizon is opening 3 PACE locations in Kentucky, and we are excited to expand services to older Kentuckians. Horizon has an excellent benefit package including competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life coverages, as well as generous paid time off, holidays, 401K, and many more.

Under the supervision of the Horizon PACE Director, the Registered Dietitian screens and assesses participant nutritional status for Horizon PACE. Uses pertinent data to plan and implement appropriate nutrition interventions and communicates the information to the Interdisciplinary Team to ensure the nutritional needs of the participants are met. Performs nutritional assessment and provides nutritional education for Horizon PACE participants requiring interventions. Coordinates serving of meals; monitors/coordinates kitchen facilities to ensure standards are met. Coordinates with contracted meal services to ensure meals meet the needs of the Horizon PACE participants. Provides education to other health care professionals as appropriate. Provides direction and supervision to Food Services Supervisor.

Position Responsibilities:

· Conducts an initial comprehensive nutritional assessment on all Horizon PACE participants upon enrollment. Coordinates with the Interdisciplinary Team to develop a comprehensive plan of care for each participant.

· Conducts and an in-person reassessment minimally on an annual basis or as needed.

· Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team. Maintains regular attendance at, and participants in Interdisciplinary Team meetings; communicates participant changes, collaborates on plan of care decisions and coordination for twenty-four (24) hour care delivery.

· Monitors monthly weights, medical diagnosis, drug nutrient interactions, changes in chewing, swallowing, mood changes, hydration status, intake, skin breakdown, reports changes to the Interdisciplinary Team and makes recommendations for changes to appropriate staff.

· Documents nutrition notes and all other pertinent activities in the participant’s medical record according to Horizon PACE standards.

· Provides nutritional counseling and education for Horizon PACE program participants and or caregivers using appropriate materials.

· Provides nutritional educational programs to own department or other departments/Horizon PACE staff.

· Assists in monitoring meals, including intake, diet compliance and tray accuracy.

· Develops and implements the nutritional components of participant plan of care including active participation and development of therapeutic dining programs.

· Maintains supplement/snack/bag lunch lists and dietary census for Horizon PACE participants.

· Directs, supervises, performs initial and annual competencies on, and evaluates the performance of the food services staff members.

· Ensures that the job responsibilities, authorities, and accountability of direct reports are defined and understood.

· Oversees maintenance/cleanliness and orderliness of serving kitchen. Monitors portion control; appropriate serving of food; adherence to therapeutic diets, purchasing and inventory of food, and local health code policies.

· Responsible for the management of therapeutic diets, including modification to meet individual participant needs, and physician orders.

· Acts within the scope of his or her authority to practice

· Acts as liaison with contracted meal service to ensure meals meets the needs of the Horizon PACE participants.

· Assists in development of policies and procedures for nutrition and dining services.

· Protects privacy and maintains confidentiality of company procedures, results and information about employees, participants and families.

· Participates and support Quality Improvement Initiatives.

· Performs other duties/projects and participates on other committees as requested.

Knowledge & Abilities:

· Supports the Mission, Values, and Vision of Horizon PACE and adheres to the Corporate Compliance Code of Conduct.

· Is knowledgeable of participant rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all participants in a safe, secure environment

· Supports, cooperates with and implements specific procedures and programs

· Supports and participates in common teamwork

· Assist supervisor with various tasks to support department operations as directed; may also be assigned special projects

· Perform tasks which are supportive in nature to essential functions of the job, but which may be altered or re-designed depending on individual circumstances

· Assists participants and caregivers in filing grievances

• Working knowledge of physical, mental and social needs of frail older adults.
• Effective skills in assessment of nutritional needs of frail older adults.
• Ability to work with an Interdisciplinary Team, as well as independently.
• Effective organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Experience & Education:

· Bachelor’s or advanced degree from an accredited college with major studies in food and nutrition or dietetics required.

· Be legally authorized, currently licensed, registered or certified if applicable to practice in the State of Kentucky.

· Preferred to have a minimum of one year’s experience working with a frail or elderly population.

Horizon Pace complies with CMS Mandate that states all employees be vaccinated to prevent COVID-19. If you cannot vaccinate due to medical and/or religious reasons, please advise.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Drug screen and background check required. Do you acknowledge these requirements?

Experience:

• Food and Nutriton: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location