dietician

Optimacare; Union City (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Optimacare is seeking a dedicated Registered Dietitian (RD) to provide high-quality nutritional care for residents in a long-term care setting. The RD will assess nutritional needs, develop individualized meal and care plans, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations.

The role involves conducting comprehensive nutrition assessments, planning therapeutic diets, monitoring dietary intake, educating staff, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field.
• Must be licensed as required by the State of New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments for residents at admission, quarterly, and as needed.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans based on medical conditions, dietary restrictions, and personal preferences.
• Monitor residents’ weight, dietary intake, and overall nutritional status; make recommendations as necessary.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support residents with conditions such as diabetes, dysphagia, renal disease, and malnutrition.
• Ensure menus meet residents’ nutritional needs and comply with regulatory guidelines.
• Modify meals for therapeutic diets and special dietary needs when needed; educate staff on food safety and portion control.
• Maintain accurate records of nutritional assessments, interventions, and progress notes in residents’ medical charts; ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide nutrition education to residents, families, and staff; stay current on geriatric nutrition best practices.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Meal planning

Regulatory compliance

Staff education

Education

Bachelor's degree in nutrition or dietetics

Job description

We are seeking a dedicatedRegistered Dietitian (RD)to join our team and provide high-quality nutritional care for our residents. The RD will assess nutritional needs, develop individualized meal and care plans and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary team to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and facility regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Resident Nutrition Care & Assessment

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments for residents upon admission, quarterly, and as needed.

• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans based on medical conditions, dietary restrictions, and personal preferences.

• Monitor residents’ weight, dietary intake, and overall nutritional status, making recommendations as necessary.

• Work with the interdisciplinary team to support residents with conditions such as diabetes, dysphagia, renal disease, and malnutrition.

Menu Planning & Compliance

• Ensure menus meet residents’ nutritional needs and comply with regulatory guidelines.

• Collaborate with dietary staff to modify meals for therapeutic diets and special dietary needs when needed.

• Educate staff on food safety, portion control, and nutrition-related best practices.

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of nutritional assessments, interventions, and progress notes in residents' medical charts.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations.

• Participate in care plan meetings and work closely with the interdisciplinary team.

Education & Training

• Provide nutrition education to residents, families, and staff as needed.

• Stay current on best practices in geriatric nutrition and implement evidence-based approaches.

Qualifications:

• Education:Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field.

• Licensure:Must be licensed as required by the State of New Jersey.

• Experience:Previous experience in a long-term care, skilled nursing facility, or geriatric setting preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move throughout the facility and visit residents,

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.