Clinical Dietitian

"This position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events."

• Per G.S. 126-5(c1) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7.*

"As of June 1, 2023, the new salary range will be $49,158 - $73,737"

This position functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team and participates as a knowledgeable resource person in the planning of the needs of the individual.  This position will complete Nutritional Assessments, consultations, develop special meal plans, calculate tube feedings, complete Care Plans, MDS documentation in MDS 3.0, complete documentation in Hi Tech within established deadlines and other duties as assigned.

This person will also serve as an integral member of the Dysphagia Team. The Dysphagia Team determines diet and fluid consistencies and appropriate mealtime strategies for our individuals.  Attendance at team meetings, Core Meetings, Med Hab Reviews and Skin & Weight meetings is essential.

 Will develop, implement and follow up with nutritional plan of care.  Contact with individuals in case load to determine feeding skills and nutritional needs.

Working Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (may require to flex)

About O'Berry Neuro Medical Treatment Center:

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"O'Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center is a specialized skilled nursing facility focused on maintaining the quality of life and dignity for adults with neurocognitive disorders, with coexisting complex medical and behavioral needs, whose level of support extends beyond which can be provided by family, or in a community living setting."  To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they possess all of the following:

• Must have licensure with the State of NC as a Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and computer skills

• Experience assessing and/or providing nutrition care for patient

• Experience providing education on proper nutrition practices

• Considerable knowledge of principles of normal/therapeutic nutrition and ability to apply the knowledge for nutritional treatment of specific diseases.

• The ability to assess, plan, counsel and direct nutrition care based on accepted principles/practices of nutrition and dietetics.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience". If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both.  See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Master's degree in foods and nutrition or a related area from an appropriately accredited institution that is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) and current registration, in good standing, administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR);

OR

Bachelor's degree in foods and nutrition, dietetics, or related area from an appropriately accredited institution that is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) and current registration, in good standing, administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and two years of experience in a clinical dietary setting;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

North Carolina State Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

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