Dietician / Nutritionist

Goal: To plan, monitor, and ensure the provision of balanced and therapeutic diets tailored to the health conditions and nutritional needs of elderly residents, thereby promoting their overall well-being, recovery, and quality of life.

Tasks:

• Key Responsibilities:
• Resident Nutrition Management
• Assess the dietary needs of all residents based on medical history, age, health conditions, and physician's recommendations.
• Meal Planning & Supervision
• Plan daily/weekly menus in coordination with the kitchen staff, ensuring variety, nutrition, taste, and resident preferences.
• Health Monitoring
• Collaborate with doctors, nurses, and caregivers to track residents' health progress.
• Resident & Family Education
• Provide dietary counseling to residents and families on healthy food choices.
• Compliance & Safety
• Ensure adherence to food safety, hygiene, and eldercare nutrition standards.
• Maintain accurate dietary records and documentation.
• Assist in audits and inspections related to nutrition and food safety.
• Educate caregivers and staff about special diet preparation (e.g., pureed food, low-fat options).
• Monitor and record residents' weight, BMI, hydration, and nutritional status at regular intervals.
• Identify malnutrition risks early and intervene appropriately.
• Supervise food preparation and serving to ensure hygiene, portion control, and compliance with dietary guidelines.
• Suggest fortified or supplementary foods if required.
• Develop individualized diet charts, meal plans, and therapeutic diets (e.g., diabetic, renal, cardiac, low-salt, soft diet, dysphagia-friendly diet).
• Monitor residents' nutritional intake and make necessary modifications.

Job Types: Internship, Volunteer

Contract length: 3-6 months

Pay: ₹15, ₹25,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person