Dietitian

Senior Dining Association Inc.; Harrisonburg (VA); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical Plans (3 options including an,

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short-term Disability

Company Paid Long-term Disability

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Tuition Assistance

Uniform Reimbursement

License Reimbursement

Wellness center on-site

On-site services

Résumé du poste

Senior Dining Association Inc. is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide clinical nutrition services for residents in Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living, while supporting wellness education for Independent Living residents.

You will conduct nutrition assessments, develop individualized care plans, deliver medical nutrition therapy, monitor progress, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure regulatory compliance and high-quality resident care across all levels of care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field.
• RD or RDN credential required.
• Minimum two years of experience preferred, with long-term care/geriatric nutrition experience strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with interdisciplinary healthcare teams preferred.
• Specialty certifications (CSG, CDCES) are a plus.

Responsabilités

• Conduct nutrition assessments and develop individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide medical nutrition therapy, nutrition counseling, and education to residents, families, and staff.
• Monitor residents’ nutritional status and document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic health record.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and resident rounds.
• Review and recommend therapeutic diets and diet modifications per physician orders and facility policies.
• Ensure menus meet nutritional standards and support resident needs across all levels of care.
• Support CMS/state regulations and quality standards.
• Serve as a nutrition resource for residents, families, leadership, and care teams.
• Maintain professional licensure, credentialing, and continuing education requirements.

Connaissances

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Formation

Master’s degree in Nutrition/Dietetics or related field

Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Description du poste

The Registered Dietitian provides clinical nutrition services for residents in Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living while supporting wellness and nutrition education initiatives for Independent Living residents. This role promotes resident health, safety, and quality of life through evidence-based nutrition care, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and develop individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide medical nutrition therapy, nutrition counseling, and education to residents, families, and staff.
• Monitor residents’ nutritional status and document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic health record.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and resident rounds.
• Review and recommend therapeutic diets and diet modifications in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
• Ensure menus meet nutritional standards and support resident needs across all levels of care.
• Support compliance with CMS, state, and organizational regulations and quality standards.
• Serve as a nutrition resource for residents, families, leadership, and care teams.
• Maintain professional licensure, credentialing, and continuing education requirements.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.

Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential required.

Minimum two years of experience preferred, with experience in long-term care, assisted living, or geriatric nutrition strongly preferred.

Strong communication, organizational, customer service, and interpersonal skills.

Experience working with interdisciplinary healthcare teams preferred.

Specialty certifications (e.g., CSG, CDCES) are a plus.

Why Join Us

Guided by our mission of Inspiring a Spirit of Community and Well-Being, we are committed to delivering exceptional resident-centered care through our SHINE values: Service Before Self, Hospitality with Heart, Inspiring Excellence, Nothing Less than the Best, and Enjoy Your Journey.

In addition to a rewarding career opportunity, we offer an excellent benefits package, including:

Personal Leave

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation Leave

Paid Holidays

Choice of 3 Medical Plans, Including an HSA Option

Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short-term Disability Insurance

Company Paid Long-term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Supplemental Life, Accident & Cancer Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Uniform Reimbursement

License Reimbursement

MD Ortho – Free Telemedicine & Direct Orthopedic Services

Garner Health – Expert Doctor Matching & Healthcare Savings

Free membership to our on-site wellness center

On-Site Credit Union

On-Site Hair Salon

On-Site Massage Therapy & Esthetician Services

Discounted Movie Tickets

Employee Emergency Relief Fund

Employee Assistance Program

Work Environment:

General office environment with normallighting levels, temperature ranges, air quality, ventilation, and low noiselevels.

Physical Demands:

Lifts, carries,pushes or otherwise manipulates inventory and office materials weighing up to15lbs. Always use proper lifting and moving protocols and techniques.

Work Hazards:

Potentialexposure to blood-borne pathogens from residents and various cleaning andsanitizing chemicals. Minimal risk when standard safety precautions arefollowed.