Registered Dietitian

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Registered Dietitian
Facility: Union Plaza Care Center
Location: Queens, NY
Shift: Full-Time | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Salary: $40–$45 per hour

Union Plaza Care Center is seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Registered Dietitian to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting resident health and wellness by ensuring high-quality nutritional care and compliance with all regulatory standards.

• Assess residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and nutritional risks

• Develop, review, and implement individualized dietary care plans using the Resident Assessment Instrument (MDS)

• Coordinate food service activities with nursing, environmental services, social services, and activities departments

• Ensure menus and therapeutic diets align with physician orders and regulatory requirements

• Supervise dietary staff to maintain quality, safety, and efficiency

• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and dietary records

• Participate in state and federal surveys and implement corrective actions as needed

• Provide nutritional education to residents and families

• Ensure appropriate substitute meals of equal nutritional value are provided when needed

• Maintain HIPAA compliance and uphold residents’ rights at all times

• Attend facility meetings and interdisciplinary committees

• Current, active, and unencumbered Registered Dietitian license in New York

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field from an accredited institution

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) preferred

• Strong knowledge of:

  • Diet therapy

  • Food service management

  • Cost control and budgeting

  • Nutrition best practices

• Experience with Sigma Care and Geri Menu systems preferred

• Ability to interpret food service cost reports and financial data

• Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and teamwork skills

• Prior nursing home / SNF experience or acute care required

• Experience with therapeutic diet planning and food management

• Strong analytical skills related to cost control and operations

• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Coverage

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Employee Recognition Program

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

• Company perks and employee discounts

Join Union Plaza Care Center and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents through quality nutritional care. Apply today to become part of our dedicated team.

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