Clinical Dietitian Leader — Long-Term Care

American Medical Associates; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

American Medical Associates seeks a Registered Dietitian to oversee clinical nutrition care in a nursing home setting near New Haven, CT.

The role requires RD eligibility, a nutrition degree, and proven interpersonal and leadership skills. Experience with EMR software and state/federal guidelines is essential. You will supervise daily nutrition operations and contribute to policy development and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Dietitian or RD-eligible.
• Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics.
• Nursing home experience preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Direct, supervise and coordinate clinical nutritional care functions and activities.
• Develop or review and revise policies to ensure compliance with JCAHO standards and regulations.
• Develop the monthly Performance Improvement Clinical Nutrition Report.
• Develop and implement plans to provide high-quality nutrition care to residents.
• Participate in interdisciplinary teams, committees and meetings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

EMR proficiency

Education

Registered Dietitian / RD eligible

Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics

Tools

EMR software

Menu systems

Job description

American Medical Associates seeks a Registered Dietitian to oversee clinical nutrition care in a nursing home setting near New Haven, CT.

The role requires RD eligibility, a nutrition degree, and proven interpersonal and leadership skills. Experience with EMR software and state/federal guidelines is essential. You will supervise daily nutrition operations and contribute to policy development and quality improvement initiatives.