Clinical Nutrition Manager (RD)

Mills Pond Rehabilitation & Nursing Center; Saint James (NY); On-site; USD 81,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Luxor at Mills Pond Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in New York is seeking a knowledgeable Clinical Nutrition Manager (RD) to oversee nutrition services for residents and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team on individualized care planning.

The role focuses on assessing nutrition needs, developing care plans, monitoring intake, and guiding therapeutic diets while ensuring high-quality dining operations and compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Current New York State certification as a dietitian-nutritionist is required.
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential preferred.
• Experience in long-term care or rehabilitation preferred.
• Knowledge of clinical nutrition and therapeutic diets.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork.
• Commitment to resident-centered care and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ nutrition and hydration needs and document findings.
• Develop and update nutrition care plans with the care team.
• Monitor weights, intake, and other nutrition indicators.
• Recommend therapeutic diets, supplements, and texture modifications.
• Communicate nutrition recommendations to residents, families, and staff.
• Support dining operations, menu review, and meal quality monitoring.
• Maintain records and support compliance with care documentation.
• Participate in quality improvement activities, audits, and survey prep.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

New York State dietitian-nutritionist certification

RD/RDN preferred

Job description

Clinical Nutrition Manager (RD)

Luxor at Mills Pond Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Salary: Up to $95,000 per year

Luxor at Mills Pond Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative Clinical Nutrition Manager to support residents’ nutrition and hydration needs. In this role, you’ll work with residents and the interdisciplinary care team to provide nutrition services and support individualized care planning.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ nutrition and hydration needs and document findings.

• Develop, implement, and update nutrition care plans in collaboration with residents and the interdisciplinary team.

• Monitor residents’ weights, food and fluid intake, and other nutrition-related indicators.

• Make recommendations for therapeutic diets, supplements, and food texture modifications as appropriate.

• Communicate nutrition-related concerns and recommendations to residents, families, and care team members.

• Support the center’s dining and food service operations, including menu review and meal quality monitoring.

• Maintain accurate records and support compliance with applicable care and documentation requirements.

• Participate in quality improvement activities, audits, and survey preparation.

Qualifications

• Current New York State certification as a dietitian-nutritionist required.

• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential preferred.

• Experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, or a similar healthcare setting preferred.

• Knowledge of clinical nutrition, therapeutic diets, and nutrition documentation.

• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

• Commitment to resident-centered care and confidentiality.

Compensation

Salary of up to $95,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

Luxor at Mills Pond Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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