Registered Dietitian

Apple Rehab Inc; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships

4 weeks PTO

7 holidays

Health insurance

Disability coverage

Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

401K retirement

Longevity credit

Job summary

Apple Rehab is hiring a Temporary Registered Dietitian in Meriden, CT to provide comprehensive nutritional care for residents. The role ensures compliance with Food Service regulations and guides Dietary Managers, Nursing, or Administrators as needed.

Responsibilities include monitoring resident weights, nutrition intake, and making diet recommendations. Includes benefits and potential for permanent employment after completion of the assignment.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with clinical and production experience in long term care.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Team-oriented and cooperative approach.
• Patient, tactful, and positive attitude.
• Valid driver's license with vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nutritional care for residents.
• Ensure compliance with food service regulations and standards.
• Counsel and direct Dietary Managers, Nursing, or Administrators as needed.
• Participate in weekly At Risk meetings and monitor weights and intake.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Self-motivated

Flexibility

Patience

Education

CD-N certification

Job description

Join Our Caring Team at Apple Rehab!

About Us: As a family-owned and operated company, Apple Rehab prioritizes treating residents and staff like family. With our senior management based in our local Avon, CT office, we ensure superior care from a company deeply rooted in your community. Our leadership is not distant but right in your backyard, offering a supportive and collaborative environment.

Position: Temporary Registered Dietitian

Rate: $38+

Type: Full-Time Temporary position with the potential for permanent employment upon successful completion of the assignment.

Role Description: The Registered Dietitian provides comprehensive nutritional care for residents in the facility. Ensures compliance with Food Service regulations and standards of practice offering counsel and/or directive to Dietary Managers, Nursing, or Administrators as deemed necessary. The Registered Dietitianparticipates in weekly “At Risk” meetings, monitors resident weights and nutrition intake as well as makes recommendations regarding resident diets and supplementary needs.

Qualifications:

• Registered Dietitian with clinical and production experience in long term care setting.
• Certified by the State of Connecticut as a CD-N.
• Current knowledge of dietary practices, procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines as they apply to long term care.
• Effective communication skills; oral and written.
• Self-motivated and flexible.
• Must demonstrate cooperation; team player approach.
• Must demonstrate patience, tact, enthusiasm, positive attitude.
• Valid driver’s license with vehicle.

Employee Benefits for 30+ Hours:

• Scholarships and career development opportunities
• Generous 4 weeks of paid time off
• 7 paid holidays
• Health insurance benefits
• Short & long-term disability coverage
• Access to Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD telephone service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance coverage
• 401K retirement program
• Longevity credit for dedicated service

Note: Benefits and requirements may vary based on employment status and hoursworked. Inquire within for specific details.

(Apple Rehab is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.)