Registered Dietitian

HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC (USA); Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Career development and ongoing training

Job summary

HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC (USA) is seeking a compassionate leader to join their culinary team at Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM. The role involves guiding individuals on medical nutrition therapy and ensuring quality care that meets nutritional needs.

Registered Dietitians with the necessary qualifications can expect comprehensive benefits, including a salary of $65,000 per year plus a $3,000 sign‑on bonus, paid time off, and a robust 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed as required by state regulations.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards.
• Computer experience with necessary software.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutritional assessments for all patients/residents to create care plans.
• Provide education on special diets and dining needs.
• Document assessments in the medical record.
• Review and approve daily menu and supplement programs.
• Communicate with physicians on nutritional status.
• Attend resident rounds and maintain clinical nutrition policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nutrition & Dietetics

Tools

Word processing software

Spreadsheets

Job description

Job Overview

Location: Memorial Medical Center, Las Cruces

Salary: $65,000 per year, plus a $3,000 RD sign‑on bonus. Eligible candidates accepted. Benefits include paid CDR and state licensure fees, up to 18 free CEUs annually, paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) with employer match, Employee Assistance Program, and career development opportunities.

Job Description

We’re looking for a friendly, compassionate leader to join our culinary team. Guide patients, residents, families, and facility staff on all aspects of medical nutrition therapy to create a healthy and healing environment. Build relationships with physicians and nurses to support patient satisfaction and achieve quality care that meets each patient’s nutritional needs.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutritional assessments for all patients/residents to create care plans with nutritional goals.
• Provide education to patients/residents, families, nursing staff, dietary service, and other community staff on issues regarding special diets and patient/resident dining needs.
• Document assessment of patients/residents with nutritional goals and interventions in the medical record.
• Review and approve patients’/residents' daily menu, snack, and supplement programs.
• Communicate with physicians and clinical staff on patients' nutritional status.
• Attend resident rounds and nutrition meetings, and maintain clinical nutrition policies to support regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed dietitian as required by state regulations.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or related field.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards.
• Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software.
• Interpersonal, communication, customer‑service, professionalism, proactivity, teamwork, business ethics, and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation and sick).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Career development and ongoing training.

Additional Information

Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 or have an approved exemption. Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.