Registered Dietitian

Spring River Rehabilitation and Care; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive leadership team

Opportunities to impact resident outcomes

Stable and growing facility

Collaborative approach

Job summary

Spring River Rehabilitation and Care in Roswell, NM is seeking a dedicated Registered Dietitian (RD) to oversee the nutritional care for residents in our long-term care setting. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while actively supporting resident-centered care.

The ideal candidate will have the necessary RD credential and a strong understanding of nutrition in the elderly population, contributing to improved resident outcomes through a collaborative interdisciplinary approach.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required.
• Licensed in the State of New Mexico (or eligible).
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing preferred.
• Strong understanding of CMS regulations.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nutritional care of residents in long-term care.
• Complete nutrition assessments for admissions and changes.
• Develop and update individualized nutrition care plans.
• Monitor weight trends and nutritional status.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for resident care.

Skills

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential

Communication skills

Understanding of CMS regulations

Nutrition support in elderly population

Wound care nutrition

Job description

Registered Dietitian (RD) – Long-Term Care

Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center
Roswell, NM
Full-Time or Part-Time

Position Summary

Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center is seeking a Registered Dietitian (RD) to join our interdisciplinary team. This role is responsible for overseeing the nutritional care of residents in a skilled nursing and long-term care setting, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while supporting resident-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete nutrition assessments for all new admissions, readmissions, and significant changes
• Develop and update individualized nutrition care plans
• Monitor weight trends, intake, and nutritional status
• Provide recommendations and interventions for:
  • Weight loss/gain
  • Wound healing
  • Malnutrition
  • Specialized diets
• Collaborate with:
  • Nursing
  • Providers
  • Dietary staff
  • Interdisciplinary team (IDT)
• Participate in:
  • Care conferences
  • QAPI initiatives
  • Survey readiness and compliance activities
• Ensure compliance with:
  • CMS regulations
  • State guidelines
  • Facility policies
• Review and support:
  • Menu compliance
  • Therapeutic diet accuracy
  • Food service practices

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required
• Licensed in the State of New Mexico (or eligible)
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing preferred
• Strong understanding of:
  • CMS regulations
  • Nutrition support in elderly population
  • Wound care nutrition
• Excellent communication and documentation skills

Why Join Spring River?

• Supportive leadership team
• Opportunity to impact resident outcomes directly
• Stable and growing facility
• Collaborative interdisciplinary approach

Apply Today

Join a team committed to quality care, compliance, and resident-centered outcomes.