Dietitian

Job overview

The Dietitian role is based in New Orleans, LA; services may be provided onsite or through approved telehealth methods when appropriate, and compensation is not specified. The position provides nutrition services to individuals receiving Community Living Services through Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana. The dietitian assesses nutritional needs, develops individualized recommendations and therapeutic menus, monitors records and specialized nutrition needs, and educates staff. The work supports nutritional health and wellness for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities while helping the agency meet physician orders, Medicaid and regulatory requirements, and agency policies.

What you'll do

• Conduct annual face-to-face nutrition assessments and assessments for newly admitted consumers
• review medical records at least quarterly and perform monthly or 30-day reviews for consumers requiring enhanced monitoring
• develop individualized recommendations based on physician orders, diagnoses, laboratory findings, and clinical needs
• develop therapeutic menus and interventions
• document assessments, progress notes, and recommendations
• participate in IDT meetings as requested
• consult with physicians, nursing staff, QIDPs, Home Managers, and Direct Support Professionals
• conduct nutrition-related staff training
• assist with menu planning and nutritional analysis
• conduct household nutrition and food service inspections when requested
• monitor regulatory and agency compliance
• collaborate with clinical and administrative staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dietitian

nutrition assessment

therapeutic diets

menu planning

community living services

intellectual and developmental disabilities

registered dietitian

rd/rdn

louisiana license

telehealth when appropriate

new orleans la

medicaid compliance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a current Louisiana Dietitian License and Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential, malpractice insurance, current tuberculosis screening, and completion of agency orientation and compliance training. The posting also requires maintaining professional licensure and malpractice insurance throughout the contract.

About the employer

Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Sector: 62.