Registered Dietitian

Adroitcarecenter; Rahway (NJ); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical & Dental Coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Recognition Program

Company Perks and Employee Discounts

Opportunities for Professional Growth

Supportive, Team-Oriented Work Env

Résumé du poste

Adroit Care Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) to support residents' health and recovery through individualized nutrition care and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

The RD will conduct assessments, develop care plans, provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, and coordinate with nursing, physicians, and therapists to meet medical needs and enhance quality of life.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required.
• Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field from an accredited program.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of clinical nutrition and MDS care planning.
• Experience with SigmaCare and GeriMenu preferred.
• Excellent clinical judgment and teamwork across departments.

Responsabilités

• Complete comprehensive nutritional assessments at admission and with changes in residents' conditions.
• Develop and evaluate individualized nutrition care plans reflecting medical needs, preferences, and goals.
• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy for diabetes, renal disease, wounds, malnutrition, and other nutrition concerns.
• Collaborate with care team to address swallowing difficulties and texture-modified diets.
• Participate in MDS assessments and interdisciplinary care plan meetings.
• Monitor weight trends, meal intake, hydration, supplements, and nutrition risk.
• Review therapeutic diets, menus, supplements, and substitutions for adequacy.
• Provide nutrition education to residents, families, and staff.
• Support dietary operations ensuring food quality, safety, sanitation, and resident satisfaction.
• Maintain timely assessments and care plans; participate in QAPI and regulatory activities.

Connaissances

Clinical nutrition

Communication skills

Documentation

Formation

Dietetics / Nutrition degree

Outils

SigmaCare

GeriMenu

Description du poste

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)

Facility: Adroit Care Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Location: Rahway, NJ
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Salary: $85,000–$90,000 annually, based on experience

Join Our Team!

Adroit Care Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Dietitian to join our skilled nursing and rehabilitation team. In this role, you will support residents’ health, recovery, and quality of life through individualized nutrition care and collaboration with our interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive nutritional assessments upon admission, at scheduled intervals, and following significant changes in residents’ conditions.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nutrition care plans that reflect residents’ medical needs, preferences, and goals.

• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy for residents with diabetes, renal disease, wounds, malnutrition, and other nutrition-related concerns.

• Collaborate with speech therapy and the care team to address swallowing difficulties and texture-modified diet needs.

• Participate in the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment process and interdisciplinary care plan meetings.

• Monitor weight trends, meal intake, hydration, supplement use, and risk factors for malnutrition.

• Work closely with nursing, physicians, rehabilitation professionals, and dietary staff to coordinate resident care.

• Review therapeutic diets, menus, supplements, and meal substitutions for nutritional adequacy and alignment with prescribed orders.

• Provide nutrition education and counseling to residents, families, and staff.

• Support dietary operations by identifying concerns related to food quality, safety, sanitation, and resident satisfaction.

• Maintain accurate and timely assessments, progress notes, and care plans.

• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities, regulatory surveys, and corrective action planning.

• Follow applicable regulations, facility policies, confidentiality requirements, and residents’ rights standards.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required.

• Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited institution.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.

• Strong knowledge of clinical nutrition, therapeutic diets, nutritional assessments, and MDS care planning.

• Familiarity with nutrition standards and regulatory requirements in skilled nursing facilities.

• Experience with SigmaCare and GeriMenu preferred.

• Excellent clinical judgment, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments.

• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining thorough documentation and quality resident care.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Coverage

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Employee Recognition Program

• Company Perks and Employee Discounts

• Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development

• Supportive, Team-Oriented Work Environment

Make a Meaningful Difference

At Adroit Care Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, we recognize the essential role nutrition plays in residents’ health and well-being. Join a team that values your expertise and commitment to compassionate, individualized care.

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