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Job description
Dietitian 2
Are you an experienced certified Washington state dietitian who would love a chance at becoming a state employee? This opportunity as a full-time Dietitian 2 is just for you! This position is based at the historic Washington Soldiers Home in scenic Orting, Washington! This position is Monday through Friday, with working hours 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
At the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA), we are passionate about our mission of "Serving Those Who Served." As a national leader in our advocacy for more than 500,000 Veterans and their family members, we strive to connect them to earned benefits as well as innovative programs focused on their overall health and wellness. In addition, we provide critical community services through a variety of programs, and at our four State Veterans Homes located in Orting, Port Orchard, Spokane, and Walla Walla. These locations provide Medicare and Medicaid nursing home care to Veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star Families.
As a Dietitian 2 for the Washington Soldiers Home, you will chart the progress of each resident according to MDS guidelines, and you will be a part of a multidisciplinary team of care plan development, and educate and correct staff performance in meeting the nutritional guidelines in partnership with our Dietary Manager.
Join our team and help us continue our mission of "Serving Those Who Served" by applying today!
Duties
Some of what you'll do:
Serve as expert resource for guidance and problem solving for nutritional issues.
Perform assessments of residents per VA, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations to meet guidelines.
Interpret dietary prescriptions
Recommend, formulate, and implement comprehensive resident nutritional care plans.
Review and audit patient records.
Communicate with nursing staff, food service staff, and other multidisciplinary team members.
Document progress notes in a timely manner.
Review and revise menus for modified diet needs.
Provide support in planning and implementation of menus.
Participate in quality assurance, data collection, and report preparation.
Assist with development of policies and procedures.
Train cooks, food service personnel, patients, or students in therapeutic meal preparation.
Assist with providing new employee orientation.
And more!
Qualifications
Required:
A Bachelor's Degree with major in Dietetics, Foods and Nutrition, or Food Service Administration for an accredited Dietetics program.
Certified Dietitian with the Washington State Department of Health.
24 months recent full-time experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist OR, Equivalent Education/Experience.
Must have the ability to read, write, and speak in the English language.
Preferred/Desired:
A master's degree involving major study in food and nutrition or dietetics from an accredited dietetics program.
Certified Diabetes educator.
Certified specialist in Gerontological Nutrition.
Able to organize, prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a time sensitive environment.
Experience with project planning, implementation and evaluation.
Possess an understanding of professional boundaries.
Demonstrated skills and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Serve Safe certified.
Experience with Point Click Care and/or other Electronic Medical Record Program.
Special Requirements:
Must be able to pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check prior to beginning services and every two (2) years in accordance with WDVA Policy 615.000 Background Checks. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Must comply with annual Tuberculin Screening in accordance with DVA policy 670.000 Tuberculosis Testing.
Requires medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the Washington Industrial Safety and Act standards. Must be able to wear a respirator, medical gloves, gowns, eye protection, and other personal protection as required by a job or task.
Must maintain regular and reliable attendance, proper call-in/call-out, and be willing to work as needed.
Must become familiar and comply with all DVA policies and procedures and the Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.
Must sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.
Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
Candidates who are offered a job with WDVA must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
Benefits
More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs. Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information. Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday. Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave. Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required
Worksite address
orting, WA, 98360, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.