Clinical Dietitian Nutritionist: Transform Patient Wellness

Forefront; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive culture

Flexible scheduling

Meaningful work

Competitive pay

Job summary

Forefront is seeking a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) to lead clinical nutrition services in our healthcare settings, ensuring safe and nutritionally appropriate meal programs aligned with medical and regulatory standards. This role partners with Culinary, Nursing, Operations, and Leadership teams to support clinical excellence, resident satisfaction, and overall wellness outcomes.

You will collaborate across disciplines, participate in care plan meetings and rounds, and travel as

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments, develop care plans, and provide ongoing monitoring for residents/patients
• Ensure therapeutic diets are implemented accurately and consistently
• Provide nutrition counseling to residents, families, and care teams as appropriate
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and clinical rounds
• Monitor nutrition-related indicators including weight changes, intake, labs, and hydration
• Develop and maintain nutrition policies, procedures, and documentation standards
• Support corrective action plans related to nutrition, food service, and clinical compliance
• Partner with culinary leadership to develop menus that meet nutritional, regulatory, and therapeutic standards
• Review and approve menus, recipes, and nutritional analysis
• Ensure special diets, allergies, and texture-modified diets are safely and appropriately managed
• Support resident-centered dining initiatives and wellness-focused programs
• Track and report nutrition-related quality indicators; participate in QAPI initiatives
• Travel is expected and may include day trips or overnight travel by car or plane

Skills

Clinical nutrition

Dietary counseling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Job description

Forefront is seeking a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) to lead clinical nutrition services in our healthcare settings, ensuring safe and nutritionally appropriate meal programs aligned with medical and regulatory standards. This role partners with Culinary, Nursing, Operations, and Leadership teams to support clinical excellence, resident satisfaction, and overall wellness outcomes.

You will collaborate across disciplines, participate in care plan meetings and rounds, and travel as