Registered Dietitian

Highlands Healthcenter; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Continuing education opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Paid time off (PTO) and Holiday Pay

401(k) Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center in Memphis, TN is seeking a knowledgeable Registered Dietitian to oversee residents’ nutritional care and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support health and well-being.

The role is full-time at our Memphis facility, with responsibilities including assessments, nutrition planning, education, and ensuring regulatory compliance to uphold dignity and quality of life for residents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field.
• Current RD/RDN credential with active state licensure.
• Experience in skilled nursing or geriatric nutrition preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, assessment and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutritional assessments and develop individualized nutrition care plans for residents.
• Monitor residents’ nutritional status, weight trends, meal intake, and hydration.
• Make recommendations regarding therapeutic diets, supplements, and specialized nutrition interventions.
• Collaborate with nursing, dietary services, speech therapy, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions.
• Provide nutrition education to residents, families, and staff as appropriate.
• Review and update nutrition documentation in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor residents at risk for malnutrition, unintended weight loss, dehydration, and other nutrition-related concerns.
• Assist with menu reviews, diet modifications, and ensuring meals meet residents’ nutritional needs.
• Support compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, including CMS requirements.
• Promote resident satisfaction, dignity, and quality of life through person-centered nutrition care.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition/Dietetics or related field

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential

Active state licensure or certification

Job description

Registered Dietitian

Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center – Memphis, TN

Full-Time | Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care

Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Registered Dietitian to oversee residents’ nutritional care and collaborate with our interdisciplinary team to support optimal health and well-being in Memphis, Tennessee.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field, as required for professional eligibility.
• Current Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Active state licensure or certification
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or geriatric nutrition preferred.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, nutrition support, dysphagia considerations, and malnutrition prevention.
• Strong communication, organizational, clinical assessment, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, and an interdisciplinary care team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Complete nutritional assessments and develop individualized nutrition care plans for residents.
• Monitor residents’ nutritional status, weight trends, meal intake, and hydration.
• Make recommendations regarding therapeutic diets, supplements, and specialized nutrition interventions.
• Collaborate with nursing, dietary services, speech therapy, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions.
• Provide nutrition education to residents, families, and staff as appropriate.
• Review and update nutrition documentation in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor residents at risk for malnutrition, unintended weight loss, dehydration, and other nutrition-related concerns.
• Assist with menu reviews, diet modifications, and ensuring meals meet residents’ nutritional needs.
• Support compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, including CMS requirements.
• Promote resident satisfaction, dignity, and quality of life through person-centered nutrition care.

Why Join Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center?

We believe in supporting the people who care for our residents every day. Our team environment is positive, respectful, and focused on quality care.

We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance
• Continuing education opportunities and professional development
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid time off (PTO)andHoliday Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Career GrowthOpportunities

Our Mission

At Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center, we are committed to providing care with dignity, kindness, individuality, and excellence.

Dignity – Every resident and employee is treated with respect

Kindness – We care for residents like family

Individuality – Every resident has a unique story

Excellence – We provide the highest level of care every day

Join a team where your work matters and your voice is heard.

Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.