Nutrition Director jobs in Springfield, MA

Nutrition Director directs and oversees all aspects of an organization's or institution's nutrition guidelines and initiatives. Oversees institution of basic nutrition plans including individualized menu plans and monitors intake and acceptance of meals, snacks, and supplements. Being a Nutrition Director monitors and ensures proper nutrition education is provided. May oversee menu planning or food service operations. Additionally, Nutrition Director requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) from Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Typically reports to top management. The Nutrition Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Nutrition Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Clinical Dietitian – Per Diem
  • Nutrition - Baystate Health
  • Springfield, MA PER_DIEM
  • Req#: R27629
    Category(s): Allied Health Clinical Professional, Nutrition
    Full Time / Part Time: Per Diem
    Shift: First

    Summary:

    Under the general supervision of the department leadership, the Registered Dietitian (RD) practices within the Academy of Nutrition Dietetic's Scope of Practice in Nutrition Care and Scope of Professional Performance, the MA Statutes and Regulations (Dietitians and Nutritionists) and demonstrates Baystate Health's core values. The RD demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide expected standards of care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational spiritual, safety and age-appropriate considerations of patients. The RD assumes responsibility for the patient's nutrition plan of care and is held accountable for decisions specific to assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the nutrition plan of care. The RD provides care directly to patients and in collaboration with other health care team members. The RD participates in committees and/or PI initiatives. The RD seeks to improve knowledge and skill, complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies and is currently registered with Commission on Dietetic Registration and licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist.     

    Job Responsibilities:

    1) Demonstrates organizational skills that maintain safe delivery of the standard of care for assigned patients/families. Manages own assignment by delegating effectively based on patient needs and skills of team members when indicated.  

    2) Conducts accurate age appropriate, clinical assessments; identifies and prioritizes patient/family strengths, needs and priorities; develops, implements and evaluates the patient's individualized plan of care. Documents all assessments according to policy. Adheres to Nutrition Care Process:

    -Analyzes and synthesizes the assessment data to accurately identify nutrition problems.

    -Integrates current evidence, cultural/religious needs with critical appraisal of assessment data to make nutrition diagnosis.

    -Develops patient/family centered plan of care in collaboration with interdisciplinary team and determines monitoring/evaluation methods to improve or resolve nutrition diagnosis.

    -Recognizes changes in patient status and adjusts interventions appropriately.

    -Seeks assistance on complex cases from the Dietitian Educator or senior dietitians. 

    3) Provides effective therapeutic diet education to patient/families utilizing methods such as Motivational Interviewing (outpt) and Teach Back (inpt and outpt).   

    4) Orders and manages parenteral nutrition (PN) effectively and anticipates discharge needs in collaboration with physicians; electrolyte/acid-base, divalents, micronutrients, macronutrients, glycemic control and fluid. (As required based on location and patient population).

    5) Orders and manages tube feedings (TF) effectively and anticipates discharge needs in collaboration with physicians: macronutrients, micronutrients, glycemic control and fluid. (As required based on location and patient population).

    6) Demonstrates respect for patient/family dignity and privacy in all patient/family interactions. Establishes and maintains mutual trust within the dietitian-patient/family relationship, engages patient/family participation in care.

    7) Exercises independent order writing privilege appropriately to deliver timely nutritional care: therapeutic diet change, consistency modification, supplements, PN, TF and nutrition related lab values (inpt). Utilizes resources effectively and considers cost-benefit. (Inpatient only).

    8) Addresses patient experience concerns promptly and objectively. Escalates to leadership as needed.

    9) Recognizes ethical dilemmas within one's practice area and uses available resources to intervene effectively.

    10) Assists with nutrition support discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources seeking guidance from the Dietitian Educator on complex cases; communicates plan and collaborates with the patient/family regarding nutritiion discharge plans. (As required based on location and patient population).

    11) Participates in departmental committees.

    12) Collects data for PI projects and/or research.     

    13) Serves as resource and provides nutrition education to community at large.

    14) Respects diverse views and approaches, and contributes to maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civiliy and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors.

    15) Demonstrates effective communication skills: written and verbal.

    16) Successfully completes annual competencies and mandatory education requirements.

    17) Demonstrates progress in meeting professional goals.     

    18) Adheres to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics professional code of ethics.

    19) Precepts dietetic interns.

    Required Work Experience:

    1) 1 year of work experience in pertinent area of clinical nutrition and proven competency to meet level 2 practice.

    Preferred Work Experience:

    1) None listed.

    Skills and Competencies:

    1) Sound knowledge and application of medical nutrition therapy including nutrition focused physical exam related to assigned patient care.

    2) Ability to critically review literature.

    3) Ability to apply critical thinking to nutrition care process and to address problems/situation.

    4) Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form to patients, public and care providers.

    5) Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units/services.

    6) Ability to counsel and educate patients and their families.

    7) General knowledge of electronic medical records, electronic diet office, MS Office.

    8) Organizational awareness.

    9) Critical thinking skills.

    10) Computer skills: MS Office, EHR .

    You Belong At Baystate

    At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong. It is how we advance the care and enhance the lives of all people.

    DIVERSE TEAMS. DIVERSE PATIENTS. DIVERSE LOCATIONS.

    Education:

    Bachelor of Science: Nutrition (Required)

    Certifications:

    Licensed Dietician – Other, Registered Dietician – Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

    Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

    Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Cook R29600
  • Food and Nutrition - Baystate Health
  • Springfield, MA FULL_TIME
  • Req#: R29600 Category(s): Trades/Engineering/Facilities, Food and Nutrition Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time Shift: First Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safe...
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Food Service Aide II R29703
  • Food and Nutrition - Baystate Health
  • Greenfield, MA FULL_TIME
  • Req#: R29703 Category(s): Trades/Engineering/Facilities, Food and Nutrition Full Time / Part Time: Per Diem Shift: First Summary: Cross trained to do all FSA/ Café/ Functions and Room Service Producti...
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Food Service Aide
  • Food and Nutrition - Baystate Health
  • Greenfield, MA FULL_TIME
  • Req#: R25759 Category(s): Trades/Engineering/Facilities, Food and Nutrition Full Time / Part Time: Per Diem Shift: First Summary: Cross trained to do all FSA/ Café/ Functions and Room Service Producti...
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Diet Technician, Registered- Inpatient Baystate Medical Center – 40 Hours R29528
  • Nutrition - Baystate Health
  • Springfield, MA FULL_TIME
  • Req#: R29528 Category(s): Allied Health Clinical Professional, Nutrition Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time Shift: First Summary: Under the general supervision of the department leadership and Registere...
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Registered Dietitian (Hybrid-50% Remote)
  • RD Nutrition Consultants
  • Holyoke, MA FULL_TIME
  • ​RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Clinical Registered Dietitian for 16 hrs/week in the area! Approx 50% of the position can be completed remotely via Telehealth.Schedule: Flexible days/hours....
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Cook
  • CommuniCare Health
  • Springfield, MA
  • **JOB DESCRIPTION** **LOCATION** LOGIN Cook Allen View Healthcare Center DESCRIPTION **Allen View Healthcare Center**, a...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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*Registered Nurse-ER-Emergency Department
  • Johnson Memorial Hospital - TT
  • Stafford Springs, CT
  • Weekly Pay Range - $1970 To $2188 Summary: ER nurses provide care for patients from various types of illness or trauma r...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Harc Inc
  • Hartford, CT
  • Job Description Job Description HARC, INC. 900 ASYLUM AVENUE, HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT 06105 Job Description: Medical Liais...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cook
  • Nbbymca
  • New Britain, CT
  • Job Location New Britain YMCA - New Britain, CT Job Details Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Description - **GENERA...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CNA Responsible Person Part-Time
  • The Overlook
  • Charlton, MA
  • Job Description POSITION TITLE: Responsible Person FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Program Director, Fieldstone, Sto...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse - ACCS - $8,000 Sign-on bonus
  • Behavorial Health Network, Inc
  • Westfield, MA
  • The Registered Nurse for the ACCS program provides indirect and direct services to individuals served within the ACCS te...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CNA/HHA
  • Sonida Senior Living Inc.
  • Springfield, MA
  • Find your joy here, at The Wellington at Springfield, a Sonida Senior Living community! We offer a comprehensive benefit...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse - ACCS - $8,000 Sign-on bonus
  • Behavorial Health Network, Inc
  • Westfield, MA
  • The Registered Nurse for the ACCS program provides indirect and direct services to individuals served within the ACCS te...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Springfield is located at 42°6′45″N 72°32′51″W / 42.11250°N 72.54750°W / 42.11250; -72.54750 (42.112411, −72.547455). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 33.1 square miles (85.7 km2), of which 31.9 square miles (82.5 km2) are land and 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), or 3.65%, are water. Once nicknamed "The City in a Forest," Springfield features over 4.0 square miles (10.4 km2) of urban parkland, 12% of its total land area. Located in the fertile Connecticut River Valley, surrounded by mountains, bluffs, and rolling hills in all cardinal directions, Spring...
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