Registered Dietitian

Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center is seeking a dedicated Registered Dietitian to assess, plan, and implement nutritional programs for residents in long-term care. The role emphasizes compliance with DPH, CMS, and facility standards while promoting health and quality of life through proper nutrition and education.

The Dietitian will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans, monitor progress, and provide guidance on therapeutic diets and cultural

Qualifications

• RD/RDN credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) is required or eligible.
• Connecticut state license or eligibility for licensure is required.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Strong knowledge of clinical nutrition, menu planning, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with nursing, dietary and medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ nutritional status on admission and as required by regulation.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor nutritional intake, weight changes, and progress.
• Provide guidance on therapeutic diets and ensure menus meet medical/cultural needs.
• Collaborate with Food Service Director and Dietary Department to follow diet orders.
• Train staff on nutrition, portion control and safe food handling.
• Participate in QAPI activities and maintain proper documentation.

Skills

Clinical nutrition

Menu planning

Regulatory compliance

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

RD/RDN credential (CDR)

Job description

Dietitian

Overview

$5000 Sign-On Bonus

Whitney Rehab Care Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Dietitian to join our long-term care team. The Dietitian will be responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing nutritional programs to meet the dietary needs of residents, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role plays a key part in promoting residents’ overall health, wellbeing, and quality of life through proper nutrition and education.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ nutritional status upon admission and as required by regulation.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor residents’ nutritional intake, weight changes, and overall progress.
• Provide guidance on therapeutic diets and ensure menus meet residents’ medical and cultural needs.
• Work closely with the Food Service Director and Dietary Department to ensure meals are prepared and served according to residents’ diet orders.
• Conduct staff training on nutrition, portion control, and safe food handling practices.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all applicable Department of Public Health (DPH), CMS, and facility standards.

Qualifications

• Current or Eligible for Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Connecticut state license or eligibility for licensure required.
• Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of clinical nutrition, menu planning, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with nursing, dietary, and medical staff.