Registered Dietitian

Excelsior Care Group; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical & Dental

Generous PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Recognition Program

Company Perks and Discounts

Professional Growth and Development

Team-Oriented Environment

Job summary

Adroit Care Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) to join our skilled nursing and rehabilitation team. You will support residents’ health and recovery through individualized nutrition care and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include nutrition assessments, care planning, medical nutrition therapy, and MDS participation. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Active RD/RDN credential required.
• Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field from accredited program.
• Minimum 2 years in skilled nursing/long-term care preferred.
• Strong knowledge of clinical nutrition and therapeutic diets.
• Familiarity with SNF regulations and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive nutritional assessments on admission and during care.
• Develop and evaluate individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy for nutrition-related conditions.
• Collaborate with care team to address swallowing and texture-modified diets.
• Participate in MDS assessments and care-plan meetings.
• Monitor weight, intake, hydration, and malnutrition risk.
• Review diets, menus, and supplements for adequacy.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical judgment

Organizational skills

Collaborative across departments

Time management

Education

Dietetics/Nutrition degree

Tools

SigmaCare

GeriMenu

Job description

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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