Lead Dietitian — Nursing Facility Nutrition Leader

Generations Healthcare; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Sign-on bonus

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Gramercy Court, a Generations Healthcare facility, is seeking a Registered Dietitian to lead the Food Services Department in a skilled nursing setting. The RD will plan, organize, develop and direct daily operations, ensuring nutrition orders are followed and care plans are implemented in PCC.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, state licensure, supervisory experience, and strong leadership to coordinate with Nursing and Social Services while maintaining compliant, sanitary food

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics from an accredited college or university.
• Supervisory experience in a hospital, nursing facility, or related medical facility.
• Training in cost control, food management, and diet therapy.
• Current, unencumbered license to practice as a dietitian in the state.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to make independent decisions when warranted.
• Ability to work tactfully with residents, staff, and the public.
• Knowledge of dietary practices and regulations governing nursing facilities.
• Leadership ability and capacity to supervise staff.
• Ability to plan, organize, and interpret Food Services programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the Food Services Department, its programs, and activities.
• Coordinate food service activities with Nursing, Environmental, Activities, and Social Services; complete nutritional assessments and care plans in PCC.
• Develop, implement, and maintain departmental policies; ensure staff follow them.
• Assist staff in developing procedures for food service activities, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain MSDS records for hazardous chemicals and train staff on use.
• Interpret policies to employees, residents, visitors, and government agencies as needed.
• Perform administrative duties to control equipment and supplies and keep PCC records current.
• Review and revise department policies annually; propose changes to the Administrator.

Skills

Leadership

English Proficiency

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics

Tools

Point Click Care (PCC)

Job description

Gramercy Court, a Generations Healthcare facility, is seeking a Registered Dietitian to lead the Food Services Department in a skilled nursing setting. The RD will plan, organize, develop and direct daily operations, ensuring nutrition orders are followed and care plans are implemented in PCC.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, state licensure, supervisory experience, and strong leadership to coordinate with Nursing and Social Services while maintaining compliant, sanitary food