Clinical Dietitian: Elevate Resident Nutrition & Care

Redwood Cove Healthcare Center in; Ukiah (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwood Cove Healthcare Center is seeking a Registered Dietitian to complete nutritional assessments and oversee dietary care plans for residents in accordance with federal and state guidelines.

The role collaborates with the Dietary Supervisor to coordinate nutrition care, monitor food services for safety and quality, and provide counseling on diet restrictions as needed. Strong communication with physicians, nurses, and residents is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold RD credentials and be eligible to practice in California.
• Ability to assess nutritional needs and develop dietary care plans.
• Experience collaborating with physicians, nurses, and dietary staff.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutritional initial, quarterly, annual and significant change reviews on residents.
• Assess nutritional needs and develop dietary care plans with counseling as needed.
• Monitor food services to ensure safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Inspect diet trays for conformance to physician orders and presentable meals.
• Consult with physicians and dialysis/nursing staff to determine diet restrictions.
• Attend meetings and communicate effectively with the care team.

Skills

Nutritional planning

Dietary counseling

Team communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Registered Dietitian credentials

Nutrition degree

Job description

Redwood Cove Healthcare Center is seeking a Registered Dietitian to complete nutritional assessments and oversee dietary care plans for residents in accordance with federal and state guidelines.

The role collaborates with the Dietary Supervisor to coordinate nutrition care, monitor food services for safety and quality, and provide counseling on diet restrictions as needed. Strong communication with physicians, nurses, and residents is essential.