Dietitian

Excelsior Care Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Coverage

Generous PTO

401(k)

Employee recognition program

Team-oriented environment

Employee discounts

Job summary

Union Plaza Care Center in Queens, NY is seeking a Registered Dietitian to support resident health with high-quality nutritional care and regulatory compliance.

You will assess dietary needs, develop care plans, supervise dietary staff, and coordinate with nursing, social services, and activities to ensure therapeutic diets meet physician orders.

The position offers a full-time schedule, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, with hourly pay of $40–$45 and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of: Diet therapy, Food service management, Cost control and budgeting, Nutrition best practices.
• Experience with Sigma Care and Geri Menu systems preferred.
• Ability to interpret food service cost reports and financial data.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and nutritional risks
• Develop, review, and implement individualized dietary care plans using the Resident Assessment Instrument (MDS)
• Coordinate food service activities with nursing, environmental services, social services, and activities departments
• Ensure menus and therapeutic diets align with physician orders and regulatory requirements
• Supervise dietary staff to maintain quality, safety, and efficiency
• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and dietary records
• Participate in state and federal surveys and implement corrective actions as needed
• Provide nutritional education to residents and families
• Ensure appropriate substitute meals of equal nutritional value are provided when needed
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and uphold residents’ rights at all times
• Attend facility meetings and interdisciplinary committees

Skills

Dietary assessment

Nutrition planning

Team leadership

Cost control

Regulatory compliance

HIPAA knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field

Tools

Sigma Care

Geri Menu systems

Job description

Join Our Team as a Registered DietitianUnion Plaza Care Center is seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate

Position: Dietitian
Facility: Union Plaza Care Center
Location: Queens, NY
Shift: Full-Time | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Salary: $40–$45 per hour
Join Our Team as a Registered DietitianUnion Plaza Care Center is seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Dietitian to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting resident health and wellness by ensuring high-quality nutritional care and compliance with all regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and nutritional risks
• Develop, review, and implement individualized dietary care plans using the Resident Assessment Instrument (MDS)
• Coordinate food service activities with nursing, environmental services, social services, and activities departments
• Ensure menus and therapeutic diets align with physician orders and regulatory requirements
• Supervise dietary staff to maintain quality, safety, and efficiency
• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and dietary records
• Participate in state and federal surveys and implement corrective actions as needed
• Provide nutritional education to residents and families
• Ensure appropriate substitute meals of equal nutritional value are provided when needed
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and uphold residents’ rights at all times
• Attend facility meetings and interdisciplinary committees

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field from an accredited institution
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) preferred
• Strong knowledge of:
• Diet therapy
• Food service management
• Cost control and budgeting
• Nutrition best practices
• Experience with Sigma Care and Geri Menu systems preferred
• Ability to interpret food service cost reports and financial data
• Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and teamwork skills

Requirements

• Prior nursing home / SNF experience or acute care required
• Experience with therapeutic diet planning and food management
• Strong analytical skills related to cost control and operations

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Recognition Program
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Company perks and employee discounts

Join Union Plaza Care Center and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents through quality nutritional care.