Registered Dietitian (Full-Time or Part-Time)

NUTRITION MANAGEMENT SERVICES; Jersey City, West Caldwell (NJ, NJ); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NUTRITION MANAGEMENT SERVICES is hiring a Registered Dietitian for our Jersey City location, focusing on providing nutrition assessment and care planning for participants and residents. You will work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to support health and well-being while ensuring compliance with standards.

Qualifications include registered dietitian credentials and knowledge of medical nutrition therapy. This role offers flexible schedule options and a competitive compensation package based on experience.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration required.
• Prior experience in healthcare/clinical nutrition preferred.
• Knowledge of nutrition documentation and older adult nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutrition assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with teams for menu appropriateness and nutritional adequacy.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the medical record.

Skills

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)

Medical nutrition therapy

Therapeutic diets

Strong communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

4-Year Degree

Current New Jersey dietitian licensure

Job description

Job Details

Location: Jersey City, NJ 07302 (West Caldwell, NJ, for part of the role)
Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Education: 4‑Year Degree
Salary: $75,000–$85,000 per year
Shift: Day
Category: Health Care – PACE / Adult Day + Senior Living / Healthcare

Position Summary

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for providing nutrition assessment, care planning, documentation, and ongoing nutrition support for participants and residents in accordance with physician orders, regulatory requirements, and organizational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete nutrition assessments, reassessments, and follow‑up evaluations
• Develop and update individualized nutrition care plans
• Monitor participants and residents for:
  • Weight changes
  • Nutritional risk
  • Appetite and intake concerns
  • Skin integrity concerns
  • Hydration status
  • Supplement needs
• Provide recommendations related to:
  • Therapeutic diets
  • Texture modifications
  • Oral nutrition supplements
  • Food allergies and intolerances
  • Meal accommodations and preferences
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and team meetings
• Review and support compliance with physician diet orders
• Collaborate with food service and culinary teams to ensure menu appropriateness and nutritional adequacy
• Assist with resident and family nutrition education as needed
• Support regulatory readiness and compliance for all applicable standards
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the medical record
• Assist with menu review, sanitation, food safety, and nutrition‑related quality initiatives as needed

Practice Settings

• PACE / Adult Day Center – Jersey City, NJ
  Provide nutrition care and support for adult participants enrolled in a PACE program; work closely with interdisciplinary care team members to support participant health, independence, and quality of life.
• Health Center / CCRC – West Caldwell, NJ
  Provide nutrition care for residents in the healthcare center setting; support clinical nutrition needs, dining service coordination, and regulatory compliance within a senior living/post‑acute care environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required
• Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required
• Current New Jersey dietitian licensure (or eligibility) required or preferred
• Prior experience in one or more of the following preferred:
  • PACE
  • Adult Day Health
  • Skilled Nursing
  • Long‑Term Care
  • Rehabilitation
  • Senior Living
  • Healthcare / Clinical Nutrition
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Medical nutrition therapy
  • Therapeutic diets
  • Nutrition documentation
  • Older adult nutrition
  • Regulatory and survey expectations
• Strong communication, organization, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills

Schedule Options

• Full‑Time
  • 3 days per week – Jersey City, NJ
  • 2 days per week – West Caldwell, NJ
• Part‑Time
  • Flexible structure based on candidate interest, experience, and site needs.

What We’re Looking For

• Compassionate and resident/participant‑focused
• Clinically strong and well‑organized
• Comfortable working independently across multiple sites
• Collaborative with clinical and dining services teams
• Focused on both nutrition outcomes and quality of life

Why Join Us

This is a great opportunity to work in two meaningful healthcare settings and make a direct impact on the health, well‑being, and daily experience of the individuals we serve. Competitive compensation is offered based on experience and schedule.