Clinical Dietitian — Long-Term Care Nutrition

West Branch Geriatric Village Inc; Center Line (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation

Tuition Reimbursement Program

401(k) with company match

Medical Insurance

Dental, Vision, and Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Villa Perks program

Training and growth opportunities

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Villa Healthcare is seeking a Registered Dietician to provide nutritional meals per patient care plans, plan meals, guide nutritional therapy, and document patient intake. You will counsel residents and families, monitor weight, and participate in Nutrition at Risk meetings with the care team.

Responsibilities include supporting the kitchen with menu development, following care plans, and maintaining sanitation and documentation. A strong foundation in clinical nutrition and English is required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in dietetics or nutrition required.
• Completion of a dietetic technician program approved by the CADE of the ADA.
• Experience in industrial food production preferred.
• Prior experience in a long-term care facility is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan patient meals and document plans in the system.
• Provide diet instruction and counseling to residents and families.
• Monitor weight changes; intervene for nutrition risk.
• Attend Nutrition at Risk meetings with care team.
• Support kitchen in menu development and substitutions.
• Follow care plans and charting requirements.
• Ensure sanitation and temperature logs and proper food handling.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical nutrition

English proficiency

Active listening

Organizational skills

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in dietetics

CADE-approved dietetic tech program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Villa Healthcare is seeking a Registered Dietician to provide nutritional meals per patient care plans, plan meals, guide nutritional therapy, and document patient intake. You will counsel residents and families, monitor weight, and participate in Nutrition at Risk meetings with the care team.

Responsibilities include supporting the kitchen with menu development, following care plans, and maintaining sanitation and documentation. A strong foundation in clinical nutrition and English is required.