Registered Dietitian

Excelsior Care Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental

Generous PTO

401(k) retirement plan

Employee recognition program

Team-oriented environment

Company perks and discounts

Job summary

Atrium Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is actively seeking a compassionate Registered Dietitian to support residents’ nutritional health. You will develop individualized plans, oversee therapeutic menus, and collaborate with nursing and food services to deliver resident-centered care.

Responsibilities include assessing needs, planning menus, documenting progress, and supporting discharge planning while ensuring compliance and cost-effective operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics from an accredited college.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents’ nutritional needs and develop individualized diet plans per physician orders.
• Plan and review regular and therapeutic menus to meet nutritional needs and dietary preferences.
• Document nutrition services, resident progress, and responses to dietary interventions.
• 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 per policies and standards.
• Support food services staff in understanding and following department policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Empathy

Reliability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics

Current RD/RDN credential

Job description

Registered Dietitian

Facility: Atrium Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Schedule: Full-Time | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Pay Rate: $42.00–$46.00 per hour, depending on experience

About the Role

Atrium Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing 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