JOB
Dietitian 2
Full Time - Permanent
Washington Soldiers Home
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!
Homes 24/7 facility differential: Updated as of July 1, 2025: This position is eligible for "Supplement Basic Shift Premium" for 24/7 Facilities. Employees who are assigned to a facility that provides direct care to residents, patients, and/or clients and whose duties are required to be performed on location will receive an additional one dollar ($1.00) per hour of supplemental basic shift premium for each hour of basic shift premium. This shift premium does not apply to overtime hours. The supplemental basic shift premium shall expire on June 29, 2027.
This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step L. Step M has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules. This salary range reflects increases effective July 1st, 2026.
Please note: The work schedule will be Tuesday through Friday, 6:30 am to 5:00 pm (4-10 hours shifts).
Hybrid/Telework: This position may be eligible for hybrid telework based on business needs, as approved by the appointing authority. The position will still require in-person presence.
Here 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 nearly 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.
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! EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Some of what you'll do:-
Serve as expert resource for guidance and problem solving for nutritional issues.
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Perform assessments of residents per VA, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations to meet guidelines.
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Interpret dietary prescriptions
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Recommend, formulate, and implement comprehensive resident nutritional care plans.
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Review and audit patient records.
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Communicate with nursing staff, food service staff, and other multidisciplinary team members.
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Document progress notes in a timely manner.
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Review and revise menus for modified diet needs.
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Provide support in planning and implementation of menus.
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Participate in quality assurance, data collection, and report preparation.
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Assist with development of policies and procedures.
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Train cooks, food service personnel, patients, or students in therapeutic meal preparation.
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Assist with providing new employee orientation.
And more!
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Check out this awesome video here to see what it is like to work for the WDVA!
Application Process:
The top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described below.
Please include the following documents with your application:
1. A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.
2. A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.
Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.
Other Information:
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This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
Here at YOUR Washington Department of Veterans Affairs our employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the mission of the agency. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.
The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 725-2183. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials, and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.
If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency please contact us at [email protected].
