Registered Dietitian – Nursing Home Surveyor / Complaint Investigator – New York, NY (#25143)
Location: New York, NY Employment Type: Contract / Travel Hourly Rate: $39/hour
About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing
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Position Overview
We are currently seeking a Registered Dietitian to join a review organization as a Nursing Home Surveyor / Complaint Investigator in New York, NY. This contract role involves traveling to long-term care facilities to assess compliance with state and federal regulations, with a focus on dietary services, patient nutrition, and quality of care.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct surveys and complaint investigations in nursing homes, including abuse and neglect cases
- Perform surveillance tasks related to nutrition services, patient outcomes, and compliance
- Draft and document Statements of Deficiencies (SOD) using Principles of Documentation
- Monitor and assess Plans of Correction submitted by facilities
- Input accurate data into federal and state reporting systems
- Participate in Immediate Jeopardy monitoring, hearings, and state meetings as needed
- Maintain compliance with DOH work schedules and procedures
- Travel to assigned on-site locations per work assignments
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Requirements
Qualifications
- Licensure: Active New York State Registered Dietitian license
- Education:
- Graduate of a Registered Professional Dietitian program
- Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
- Experience:
- At least 2 years of clinical experience in a medical setting (nursing home preferred)
- 2 years of experience in nursing home surveillance preferred
- Certification: SMQT Certification preferred (or willingness to obtain within 12 months)
- Other: Valid driver's license and ability to travel to onsite facilities
Benefits
Why Join Us?
- 💰 Competitive Pay: $39/hour
- 🚗 Mileage Reimbursement
- 🕓 Flexible Schedule
- 🌍 Contract / Travel Role offering professional autonomy and impact