Registered Dietitian - Geriatric Rehab Nutrition Expert

Blueberry Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus

Health/dental/vision benefits

401(k) with match

Culture committee

Life insurance

EAP resources

Job summary

Blueberry Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide individualized nutrition care, support nutrition plans, and work with the care team to meet resident health goals.

The role focuses on clinical nutrition, diet planning, and compliance with healthcare regulations in a skilled nursing environment, with a 32-hour weekly schedule and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field required.
• Current Registered Dietitian (RD) credential required.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience preferred.
• Strong expertise in clinical nutrition, preferably within geriatric, rehabilitation, or skilled nursing settings.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing healthcare and nutritional services in skilled nursing environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist food service staff in developing and implementing departmental procedures related to food service operations, equipment, and supplies.
• Review and develop corrective action plans for any food service deficiencies identified during surveys and submit recommendations to the Administrator for approval.
• Maintain and monitor an ongoing quality assurance program for the Food Services Department.
• Review residents’ dietary requirements and restrictions in accordance with physician-ordered diet plans.
• Assist in developing individualized nutrition care plans, including regular and specialized diets based on clinical needs.
• Support the Discharge Planning Coordinator in developing nutrition components of resident discharge plans.
• Monitor resident nutritional status and recommend adjustments to diet plans as needed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure nutrition care aligns with overall treatment goals.

Skills

Clinical nutrition

Geriatric care experience

Nutrition care planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics/Nutrition

Registered Dietitian (RD) credential

Minimum 2 years clinical experience

Job description

Blueberry Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide individualized nutrition care, support nutrition plans, and work with the care team to meet resident health goals.

The role focuses on clinical nutrition, diet planning, and compliance with healthcare regulations in a skilled nursing environment, with a 32-hour weekly schedule and competitive hourly pay.