Registered Dietitian

Alliance Care Rehabilitation & Nursing Center; Irvington (NJ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

PTO

401(k)

Employee recognition

Team environment

Employee discounts

Job summary

Alliance Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Irvington, NJ is seeking a Registered Dietitian to support residents' nutritional health. You will develop individualized nutrition plans, oversee therapeutic menus, and collaborate with nursing and food services to deliver quality, resident-centered care.

The role requires RD/RDN credential, supervisory experience, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• RD/RDN credential required.
• Supervisory experience in healthcare setting.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with cost control and diet therapy.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents' nutritional needs and develop individualized diet plans.
• Plan and review regular and therapeutic menus to meet dietary needs.
• Document nutrition services, resident progress, and responses to interventions.
• Collaborate with Nursing, Food Services, and other departments to coordinate care.
• Assist with nutrition-related discharge planning and family guidance.
• Monitor food quality and menu accuracy according to policies.
• Support staff in understanding departmental policies.
• Participate in surveys and address deficiencies.
• Complete required reports and administrative documentation.
• Maintain dietary resources to support compliance.
• Apply cost control and diet therapy knowledge to operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cost control

Nutrition planning

Communication

Team collaboration

Empathy

RD/RDN credential

Reliability

Education

Bachelor's in Dietetics

Job description

Registered Dietitian

Facility: Alliance Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Location: Irvington, NJ
Schedule: Full-Time | 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Pay Rate: $45-$50 per hour

About the Role

Alliance Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable Registered Dietitian to support our residents' nutritional health and well-being. In this role, you will develop individualized nutrition plans, oversee therapeutic menus, and collaborate with our nursing and food services teams to deliver quality, resident-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess residents' nutritional needs and develop individualized diet plans in accordance with physician orders.

• Plan and review regular and therapeutic menus to meet residents' nutritional needs and dietary preferences.

• Document nutrition services, resident progress, and responses to dietary interventions accurately and thoroughly.

• Collaborate with Nursing, Food Services, Activities, Social Services, and other departments to coordinate resident care.

• Assist with nutrition-related discharge planning and provide guidance to residents and families.

• Monitor the quality and quantity of food served and recommend improvements.

• Ensure menus and dietary records are maintained according to facility policies and applicable standards.

• Support food services staff in understanding and following departmental policies and procedures.

• Participate in state and federal surveys and assist with plans to address identified deficiencies.

• Complete required reports, evaluations, and administrative documentation.

• Maintain current dietary resources and reference materials to support quality food service and regulatory compliance.

• Apply knowledge of cost control, food management, and diet therapy to support efficient departmental operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics from an accredited college or university.

• Current Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential.

• Supervisory experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or related healthcare setting.

• Training or experience in cost control, food management, and diet therapy.

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively and support fellow team members.

• Compassion and empathy when working with residents and families.

• Professional, respectful, and courteous communication with residents, families, colleagues, and vendors.

• Reliability, accountability, sound judgment, and initiative.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

• Generous paid time off (PTO)

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Employee recognition program

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

• Company perks and employee discounts

Apply today to join Alliance Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and help make a meaningful difference in our residents' lives.