Clinical Dietitian

Job Title: Registered Dietitian

Location: Marion, IN 46952

Duration: 5+ Months

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Dietitian to provide comprehensive nutrition care for residents in a long-term care, skilled nursing, or senior living environment. The Dietitian will be responsible for assessing residents’ nutritional needs, developing and implementing individualized nutrition care plans, providing nutrition counseling, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to support resident health, wellness, and quality of life. This role requires strong clinical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and a commitment to person-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, including Nutrition Focused Physical Exams (NFPE), for assigned residents.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and revise individualized nutrition care plans utilizing the Nutrition Care Process (NCP).
• Provide medical nutrition therapy and nutrition counseling to residents and family members.
• Monitor residents’ nutritional status, weight trends, wounds, and overall health outcomes.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning meetings and collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, social services, and dining services teams.
• Perform regular meal observations to evaluate resident satisfaction and nutritional adequacy.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records and nutrition management systems.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations related to nutrition services.
• Conduct sanitation audits, dining observations, and tray line audits to support food safety and quality standards.
• Assist with menu review and modifications to meet therapeutic and resident-specific dietary requirements.
• Protect resident confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
• Monitor and maintain clinical productivity standards and quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide nutrition education and training to residents, families, and staff as needed.
• Refer residents to community resources or outpatient nutrition services when appropriate.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, Food and Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN/RD) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Current state licensure or certification as required by state regulations.
• Strong knowledge of medical nutrition therapy, nutrition assessment, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and nutrition documentation systems.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of experience as a Clinical or Registered Dietitian.
• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, acute care, or senior living communities.
• Experience working with geriatric populations.
• Knowledge of wound care nutrition and weight management programs.
• Familiarity with CMS, state survey processes, and healthcare regulations.

Key Skills

• Nutrition Assessment & NFPE.
• Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT).
• Nutrition Care Planning.
• Clinical Documentation.
• Resident & Family Counseling.
• Geriatric Nutrition
• Regulatory Compliance.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration.
• Quality Improvement.
• Food Safety & Sanitation Audits.
• EMR Systems.
• Time Management & Organization.