Job Description
Job Description
Dietitian - PACE Program- Sioux City, IA
Schedule : Monday-Friday | 8 : 00 AM-4 : 30 PM
Employment Type : Full-Time
Hourly Rate : $28.00-$40.00 / hour
Sign-On Bonus : Up to $10,000
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Dietitian to join our PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) team. The Dietitian will assess, plan, and implement nutritional care for participants while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality outcomes. This role supports the health and wellness of older adults through evidence-based nutrition care and education.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate participants' nutritional and medical history, lab data, medications, and dietary intake.
Develop and implement personalized nutrition interventions to improve or maintain health status.
Complete nutritional assessments in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
Provide education to participants, caregivers, and staff on diet, food safety, and sanitation.
Document assessments, care plans, and interventions in the EMR.
Participate in daily interdisciplinary team meetings and case reviews.
Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education :
Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Food & Nutrition, or related field meeting the standards of the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
Completion of an accredited dietetic internship or coordinated program.
Licensure & Certifications :
Registered Dietitian (RD) or registration eligible with the CDR.
Licensed or license-eligible in the state of Iowa.
Current CPR / BCLS certification.
Adult Mandatory Reporter certification.
Food safety certification (e.g., ServSafe or equivalent) within 90 days of hire.
Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
Experience & Skills :
Strong knowledge of nutrition and medical nutrition therapy.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with participants, families, and the care team.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EMR systems.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay : $28.00-$40.00 / hour (based on experience)
Sign-On Bonus : Up to $10,000
Benefits : Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; PTO; 401(k) with match; tuition reimbursement; and additional wellness and family-support benefits.
Company Description
We are one of the leading healthcare staffing companies in the US. Our ethos is to deliver the best healthcare staffing solutions to both job seekers and employers.
The experts at Protouch are specialized in sourcing highly skilled healthcare professionals.
Company Description
We are one of the leading healthcare staffing companies in the US. Our ethos is to deliver the best healthcare staffing solutions to both job seekers and employers. \r\n\r\nThe experts at Protouch are specialized in sourcing highly skilled healthcare professionals.
Dietitian • Sioux City, IA, US