Registered Dietitian Health Care Facility Surveyor - job 1 of 2

As a Registered Dietitian Health Care Facility Surveyor at Impact Recruiting Solutions, your primary responsibilities include ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations in long-term care facilities. You'll evaluate the quality of care provided and assess dietary programs to ensure they meet established standards. The role requires independent decision-making, effective interaction with facility staff, and the ability to manage the survey processes effectively. You'll also have the opportunity to travel across the country to various facilities, making a significant impact on residents' welfare.

To qualify for the Registered Dietitian Health Care Facility Surveyor position at Impact Recruiting Solutions, candidates must hold an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics. Further, you must have completed CMS's Long-Term Care Basic Training and passed the Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT). A minimum of two years of recent experience working as a surveyor in long-term care is essential, along with current licensure to practice as a Registered Dietitian. Strong independent decision-making skills and familiarity with quality improvement processes are critical for success.

The Registered Dietitian Health Care Facility Surveyor role at Impact Recruiting Solutions requires up to 75% travel, which is integral to supporting facilities across the nation. While this might sound demanding, our company emphasizes a strong work-life balance. We provide flexible paid vacation days, and all travel expenses are covered by the company, allowing you to focus on your work while also accumulating travel points for personal use. This balanced approach helps ensure that even with extensive travel, you'll have time for personal pursuits.

Impact Recruiting Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package for its Registered Dietitian Health Care Facility Surveyors. You'll enjoy paid holidays, a 401k retirement plan with generous matching, and comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. We also provide company-paid life and disability insurance, eliminating stress around health coverage. To support your professional development, extensive training opportunities are available. Plus, with a focus on employee well-being, you’ll benefit from flexible vacation policies and travel perks!

At Impact Recruiting Solutions, training for Registered Dietitian Health Care Facility Surveyors is robust and comprehensive. Newly hired surveyors undergo extensive training to familiarize themselves with regulatory standards and quality improvement protocols. Furthermore, continuous professional development opportunities ensure you stay updated with industry changes and best practices. This support is vital not only for your success in the role but also for fostering your growth and expertise in the field of dietetics.

In answering this question, focus on specific instances where you successfully conducted surveys. Share details about various types of facilities you assessed, the evaluation processes you employed, and any regulatory challenges you encountered. Highlight your ability to manage conflicts professionally and how you communicated findings to facility staff.

You might discuss your structured approach, such as reviewing up-to-date regulations, conducting thorough assessments, and leveraging checklists for compliance verifications. Share examples of how you've guided facilities in improving practices to align with CMS guidelines effectively.

Highlight your communication skills and ability to navigate difficult conversations. Discuss specific techniques, like active listening and remaining calm, to understand all sides before making decisions. Providing an example of a past conflict and how you resolved it can strengthen your response.

Respond by discussing your hands-on experience in dietary management, including working with dietary staff, developing plans of care, or improving nutritional services. Provide examples of successful interventions and their impacts on resident health outcomes.

Express your interest in ensuring quality care for residents and how Impact Recruiting Solutions’ mission aligns with your professional values. Discuss your passion for improving health outcomes and mention the benefits of a company that values employee growth and work-life balance.

Share a scenario where your judgment significantly impacted the survey outcomes. Detail the information you analyzed, the decision you made, and the results of that decision. Emphasize your reasoning and how it benefitted the facilities involved.

Talk about the organizational systems you utilize, whether digital tools or manual methods. Share how you assess priorities based on deadlines, compliance issues, and survey scope. Providing an example of a particularly busy survey period can illustrate your efficiency.

Mention the relevant certifications you possess, including your Registered Dietitian designation and any other related qualifications. Emphasize the importance of continual learning through workshops and additional certifications related to long-term care services.

Discuss your methodologies in educating new staff, from developing training materials to facilitating workshops. Share how you ensure knowledge retention and follow-up assessments to gauge understanding and application in the day-to-day operations.

You might discuss the rapidly changing regulations or increasing complexities in dietary needs among populations. Offering insights into how proactive learning and staying informed about industry practices can help address these challenges effectively is beneficial.