Registered Dietitian

Hampton Court Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Hampton Court Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Registered Dietitian to assess nutritional needs, develop care plans, and provide nutrition education for residents. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support optimal health outcomes in a long-term care setting.

The role includes medical nutrition therapy, counseling, and staff supervision. Relocation to the Miami, FL area is required before starting work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field.
• Current state licensure/certification, if applicable.
• Strong communication, counseling, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' nutritional needs and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide medical nutrition therapy and nutrition counseling.
• Educate patients and families on healthy eating and disease-specific nutrition.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record.
• Supervise dietary department staff and ensure safety/quality standards.
• Stay current with evidence-based practices and continuing education.

Skills

Communication

Counseling

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Documentation

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Nutrition/Dietetics

Licensure/certification (state)

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable, and motivated Registered Dietitian to join our team. The ideal candidate will assess patients' nutritional needs, develop individualized nutrition care plans, provide nutrition education and counseling, and collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to support optimal health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide medical nutrition therapy and nutrition counseling.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on healthy eating habits and disease-specific nutrition.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust nutrition interventions as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
• Stay current with evidence-based nutrition practices and continuing education requirements.
• Supervise the dietary department staff, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams in hospitals to integrate dietary considerations into overall patient care Offer health coaching sessions to support patients in making sustainable lifestyle changes.
• Stay updated on the latest research in dietetics, particularly related to geriatrics and tube feeding practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
• Current state licensure/certification, if applicable.
• Strong communication, counseling, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in clinical, long-term care, outpatient, or community nutrition is preferred.

Join our team as a Dietitian where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you serve through expert nutritional guidance and support!

Job Type: Full-time

• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty

• Bariatrics
• Endocrinology

Ability to Relocate:

• Miami, FL 33169: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Hampton Court Nursing and Rehabilitation Center