Geriatric Dietitian - Patient Nutrition & Care Plans

AdamsPlace; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Coverage

401(k) Match

Uniforms

Stock Options

Job summary

NHC Place Cool Springs is seeking a compassionate Registered Dietitian to join the Food and Nutrition Services team in Franklin, TN. You will perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop care plans aimed at improving patient health and quality of life in a geriatric, long-term care setting.

Responsibilities include patient education, interdepartmental collaboration, and monitoring therapy diets while ensuring safety standards and QA alignment across departments.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with current TN license/certification.
• Clinical or internship experience in dietetics.
• Interest in geriatric nutrition and long-term care.
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work across departments and support staff training.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutritional assessments, care plans, and documentation
• Monitor high-risk patients (e.g., weight loss, tube feeding, diabetes)
• Provide guidance to the FNS Manager and team
• Educate patients, families, and staff on therapeutic diets
• Observe meal service and ensure sanitation and safety compliance
• Review menus, monitor QA, and assist with surveys as needed

Job description

NHC Place Cool Springs is seeking a compassionate Registered Dietitian to join the Food and Nutrition Services team in Franklin, TN. You will perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop care plans aimed at improving patient health and quality of life in a geriatric, long-term care setting.

Responsibilities include patient education, interdepartmental collaboration, and monitoring therapy diets while ensuring safety standards and QA alignment across departments.