Registered Dietician (RD)

Bethea Retirement; Darlington (SC); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Daytime schedule

RAIN wage access

Medical, dental, vision

PTO & holidays

401(k) with match

Supportive Oakdale leadership

Job summary

Bethea Retirement Community seeks a Registered Dietitian to oversee clinical nutrition services across the community. You will develop individualized dietary care plans, perform comprehensive assessments, and partner with Dining Services to ensure meals are balanced and tasty.

The role requires an RD/RDN credential, SC licensure (or eligibility), and 1–2 years of SNF/long-term care experience. You will educate residents and families, ensure CMS compliance, and collaborate with care teams to

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical dietitian experience in SNF/Long-Term Care or similar setting.
• CDR-credentialed RD/RDN; SC licensure or eligibility.
• Knowledge of CMS guidelines, therapeutic diets, enteral nutrition, and geriatric nutrition.
• Excellent clinical judgment and communication; resident-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Nutrition Assessments: Conduct thorough nutritional assessments for residents.
• Care Planning & IDT Collaboration: Develop individualized nutrition care plans with nursing, therapy, and social services.
• Weight & Wound Management: Monitor weight trends, skin breakdown, hydration; recommend interventions as clinically indicated.
• Dining Services Partnership: Collaborate on menu planning, therapeutic diet accuracy, texture modifications, and food safety standards.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure documentation complies with CMS, state, and local guidelines.
• Resident & Family Education: Provide dietary counseling and education to residents and families.

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD) or RDN (CDR)

SC Licensed Dietitian (LD)

Tools

CMS guidelines

Therapeutic diets

Geriatric nutrition

Job description

Registered Dietitian (RD)

Location: Darlington, SC

Facility: Bethea Retirement Community

Job Type: Full-time

Management: Now proudly managed by Oakdale Seniors Alliance!

About Us

For decades, Bethea Retirement Community has been a trusted cornerstone of compassionate senior care in Darlington and the surrounding Pee Dee region. We are thrilled to share that Bethea is now managed by Oakdale Seniors Alliance!

Under this new leadership, our mission is centered on creating a culture rooted in compassion, clinical excellence, and hospitality. We are building a strong, supported team dedicated to giving our residents every opportunity to experience life, celebrate today, and create a meaningful tomorrow.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate, knowledgeable Registered Dietitian (RD / RDN) to oversee clinical nutrition services across our senior living community.

In this vital role, you will be the expert on resident nutritional health-developing individualized dietary care plans, conducting comprehensive clinical assessments, and working side-by-side with our Dining Services team to ensure our meals are both nutritionally balanced and delicious. If you love empowering older adults through personalized nutrition and collaborative care, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Nutrition Assessments: Conduct thorough nutritional assessments for incoming and current residents, evaluating medical history, lab results, dietary restrictions, and personal preferences.

• Care Planning & IDT Collaboration: Develop and update individualized nutrition care plans, participating actively in interdisciplinary care plan meetings alongside nursing, therapy, and social services teams.

• Weight & Wound Management: Monitor resident weight trends, skin breakdown/wound healing, and hydration status; recommend specialized clinical interventions, tube feedings, or supplements as clinically indicated.

• Dining Services Partnership: Collaborate closely with the Dietary/Dining Director on menu planning, therapeutic diet accuracy, texture modifications, and food safety standards.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all clinical nutrition documentation complies with federal (CMS), state, and local long-term care guidelines.

• Resident & Family Education: Provide compassionate dietary counseling and education to residents and family members regarding therapeutic diets and nutritional goals.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Credentials: Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).

• Licensure: Licensed Dietitian (LD) in the State of South Carolina (or eligible for state licensure).

• Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical dietitian experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), Long-Term Care, Assisted Living, or acute care setting is highly preferred.

• Knowledge: Strong understanding of CMS guidelines, therapeutic diets, enteral nutrition, and geriatric nutrition requirements.

• Skillset: Excellent clinical judgment, effective communication skills, and a warm, resident-first mindset.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on clinical experience.

• Work-Life Balance: Stable, full-time daytime schedule.

• Immediate Pay Access: Get paid before payday using the RAIN Earned Wage Access app!

• Comprehensive Benefits: Choice of medical, dental, and vision insurance packages.

• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO and paid holiday packages.

• Retirement: 401(k) options with employer match.

• Fresh Culture: The backing of a supportive management team at Oakdale Seniors Alliance that respects and values your expertise.