SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)

Serves as a key member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT) at the PACE center, responsible for assessing and monitoring the nutritional status of participants, developing individualized care plans, and providing dietary education and support. Plays a crucial role in promoting optimal health and functional status of frail older adults through evidence-based nutrition practices, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting participant-centered care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs initial and periodic nutritional assessments of participants.

• Develops and revises individualized nutrition care plans based on assessments and input from the IDT.

• Monitorsr the nutritional status of participants and make recommendations for interventions as needed.

• Provides nutritional counseling and education to participants, caregivers, and staff.

• Oversees the development and modification of therapeutic diets and menu planning in collaboration with food service staff.

• Conducts periodic reviews of dietary services, including kitchen inspections and meal audits.

• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record system

• Participates actively in IDT meetings, care planning, and case conferences.

• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including CMS and PACE-specific standards.

• Assists in quality improvement initiatives related to nutrition and food services.

• Performs other job duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field required. Current Registered Dietitian credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Licensed or certified in the state of NJ

• Experience: One year experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred. Experience working with clinical charts/records. Knowledge of clinical nutrition standards, therapeutic diets, and regulatory requirements (PACE, CMS, state).

• Knowledge and Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills

• Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships with coworkers and participants.

• Usual Work Day: Exempt Hours 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequent physical demands include:

• Occasional physical demands include:

• Continuous physical demands include:

• Lifting Floor to Waist 0 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 0 lbs.

• Sensory Requirements include:

• Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: N/A