Registered Dietitian in Long-Term Care: Nutrition Leader

South Coast Post Acute; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UKG Wallet

Competitive Wages

Great Benefits

Growth Opportunities

Continuing Education & Training

Job summary

South Coast Post Acute in Santa Ana, CA is hiring a Registered Dietitian (RD) to oversee nutritional care for residents in the center. The RD will assess nutritional status and advise the clinical team on dietary plans to support overall health and quality of life.

You will ensure optimal nutrition and maintain high standards of care, while staying informed on aging-related dietary needs and federal/state/local regulations.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian license required.
• 3–5 years’ experience in acute or long-term care.
• Strong knowledge of skilled nursing regulations related to dietary care.
• Understanding aging and nutrition needs of residents.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional care of each resident/patient.
• Advise the clinical team on nutritional status and dietary plans.
• Ensure optimal nutrition and high standards of care.

Skills

Clinical nutrition

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Nutritional assessment

Education

Registered Dietitian License

Tools

PointClickCare (PCC)

Job description

South Coast Post Acute in Santa Ana, CA is hiring a Registered Dietitian (RD) to oversee nutritional care for residents in the center. The RD will assess nutritional status and advise the clinical team on dietary plans to support overall health and quality of life.

You will ensure optimal nutrition and maintain high standards of care, while staying informed on aging-related dietary needs and federal/state/local regulations.