PACE Registered Dietitian (as needed basis)

Hosparus Health starts with a compassionate team, committed to our mission of creating more moments for our patients facing advanced illness or end of life care. Our premier model of care supports patients and their families with a holistic, team-based approach, wherever the patient chooses to call home. Hosparus Health empowers its people to provide the care our patients want to receive, with a level of service we describe as “above and beyond.” Don’t just find a job. Join our team and help us create more moments for our patients and enrich our communities with compassionate care.


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Registered Dietitian Position Summary:

The Registered Dietitian screens and assesses participant nutritional status. 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 the 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 PACE participants. Provides education to other health care professionals as appropriate.

Registered Dietitian Position Qualifications:

▪ Currently licensed Registered Dietitian in the State of Kentucky.
▪ Minimum 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population or must receive appropriate training upon hire.
▪ Must maintain CPR certification.
▪ Must have flexibility to travel within the service area.
▪ Proficiency with technology-based tools, including electronic medical record.
▪ Able to work independently and as an effective member of a team.
▪ Excellent communication skills, with ability to communicate with internal stakeholders at all levels of the organization and external stakeholders from varied backgrounds.
▪ Excellent organizational skills; able to multitask and maintain numerous initiatives with time sensitivity.
▪ Working knowledge of principles and practices of healthcare, healthcare systems, managed care, Medicare and Medicaid benefits and regulations.
▪ Knowledge of safety and infection control requirements for healthcare facilities.


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