Registered Dietitian

NUTRITION MANAGEMENT SERVICES; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Registered Dietitian (RD) is required to support nutrition care and dining services across two NJ settings in Jersey City and West Caldwell. The RD will perform nutrition assessment, care planning, documentation, and ongoing nutrition support for participants/residents.

The RD will collaborate with nursing, providers, therapy, social services, and dining teams to ensure high‑quality, compliant nutritional care and individualized support.

Qualifications

• RD/RDN credential required and current CDR registration.
• New Jersey licensure or eligibility preferred/required as applicable.
• Experience in PACE, adult day health, skilled nursing, or senior living is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutrition assessments, reassessments, and follow‑ups.
• Develop and update individual nutrition care plans.
• Monitor weight, nutrition risk, intake, and hydration; provide therapy diet recommendations.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and dining teams to ensure nutritional adequacy.
• Maintain accurate documentation in medical records and support regulatory readiness.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential

CDR registration

NJ dietitian licensure (or eligibility)

Job description

Job Location: Jersey City, NJ 07302

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Shift: Day

Job Category: Health Care – PACE / Adult Day + Senior Living / Healthcare

We are seeking a Registered Dietitian (RD) to support nutrition care and dining services across two healthcare settings in New Jersey.

This role may be structured as either full‑time or part‑time, depending on candidate availability and experience.

Position Summary

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for providing nutrition assessment, care planning, documentation, and ongoing nutrition support for participants/residents in accordance with physician orders, regulatory requirements, and organizational standards.

The RD will work collaboratively with nursing, providers, therapy, social services, and dining services teams to ensure high‑quality nutritional care, regulatory compliance, and individualized support for participants and residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete nutrition assessments, reassessments, and follow‑up evaluations
• Develop and update individualized nutrition care plans
• Monitor participants/residents for:
  • Weight changes
  • Nutrition risk
  • Appetite and intake concerns
  • Skin integrity concerns
  • Hydration status
  • Supplement needs
• Provide recommendations related to:
  • Therapeutic diets
  • Texture modifications
  • Oral nutrition supplements
  • Food allergies and intolerances
  • Meal accommodations and preferences
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and team meetings
• Review and support compliance with physician diet orders
• Collaborate with food service and culinary teams to ensure menu appropriateness and nutritional adequacy
• Assist with resident/participant and family nutrition education as needed
• Support regulatory readiness and compliance for all applicable standards
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the medical record
• Assist with menu review, sanitation, food safety, and nutrition‑related quality initiatives as needed

Practice Settings

• PACE / Adult Day Center – Jersey City, NJ: Provide nutrition care and support for adult participants enrolled in a PACE program; work closely with interdisciplinary care team members to support participant health, independence, and quality of life.
• Health Center / CCRC – West Caldwell, NJ: Provide nutrition care for residents in the healthcare center setting; support clinical nutrition needs, dining service coordination, and regulatory compliance within a senior living/post‑acute care environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required
• Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required
• Current New Jersey dietitian licensure (or eligibility) preferred/required as applicable
• Prior experience in one or more of the following preferred:
  • PACE
  • Adult Day Health
  • Skilled Nursing
  • Long‑Term Care
  • Rehabilitation
  • Senior Living
  • Healthcare / Clinical Nutrition
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Medical nutrition therapy
  • Therapeutic diets
  • Nutrition documentation
  • Older adult nutrition
  • Regulatory and survey expectations
• Strong communication, organization, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills

Schedule Options

Full‑Time: 3 days/week – Jersey City, NJ; 2 days/week – West Caldwell, NJ

Part‑Time: Flexible structure may be available based on candidate interest, experience, and site needs.

What We’re Looking For

• Compassionate and resident/participant‑focused
• Clinically strong and well‑organized
• Comfortable working independently across multiple sites
• Collaborative with clinical and dining services teams
• Focused on both nutrition outcomes and quality of life

Why Join Us

This is a great opportunity to work in two meaningful healthcare settings and make a direct impact on the health, well‑being, and daily experience of the individuals we serve. Competitive compensation offered based on experience and schedule.