Dietitian

Registered Dietitian (RD / CDN) Elderwood Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Make a Meaningful Impact Through Nutrition & Resident Wellness Elderwood is seeking a compassionate and clinically strong Registered Dietitian to join our interdisciplinary team within our skilled nursing and rehabilitation community. Salary up to $38.00 / hour Overview Registered Dietitian (RD / CDN) – Elderwood Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation. We are looking for a passionate, seasoned professional to provide individualized nutritional care planning, clinical collaboration, and resident‑centered support. This role directly impacts the health, recovery, comfort, and quality of life of our residents. Why Elderwood? Mission‑driven organization focused on people caring for people. Collaborative interdisciplinary clinical environment. Opportunity to work closely with residents and families. Supportive leadership and operational teams. Meaningful work serving geriatric and rehabilitation populations. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Position Overview; As Registered Dietitian, you will: Conduct nutrition assessments for long‑term care and rehabilitation residents. Develop and monitor individualized nutrition care plans. Provide nutrition counseling and education to residents and families. Collaborate with Nursing, Dining Services, Therapy, and medical providers. Help ensure regulatory compliance and nutritional best practices. Support overall resident wellness and quality outcomes. Responsibilities Clinical Nutrition & Resident Care Complete nutrition assessments and reassessments for residents. Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans. Provide nutrition education and counseling to residents and families. Monitor residents’ nutritional status, weight trends, intake, and overall wellness. Maintain accurate nutrition documentation within the electronic medical record system. Collaboration & Team Partnership Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings. Partner with Dining Services to support appropriate meal planning and service. Serve as a nutrition resource for facility leadership and clinical teams. Support and mentor Diet Technicians and dietetic interns, as applicable. Quality, Compliance & Education Conduct nutrition‑related audits and performance‑improvement initiatives. Maintain compliance with CMS, DOH, and nutritional service regulations. Assist with staff education and in‑service training programs. Support survey readiness and best‑practice initiatives. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field. Registered Dietitian credential required. Active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Certified Dietitian‑Nutritionist (CDN) or state licensure, as applicable. Long‑term care, rehabilitation, or geriatric experience preferred. Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills. Experience with nutritional software and electronic medical records preferred. The Right Candidate Will Bring Compassionate, resident‑centered approach. Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills. Excellent communication and counseling abilities. Team‑focused and collaborative mindset. Strong organizational and documentation skills. Passion for improving resident health and quality of life. Ability to interact with residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors in English at intermediate or higher level. EOE Statement WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. #J-18808-Ljbffr