Registered Dietitian (RD)

National Health Care Associates, Inc.; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible schedule

On-site role

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

The Pines at Utica, affiliated with National Health Care Associates, is seeking a Registered Dietitian to evaluate nutritional status and implement care plans for our residents. This on-site role emphasizes meaningful care and collaboration with culinary and clinical teams.

Requirements include active CDR registration, NY license, and a BS in Dietetics or related field, with long-term care experience preferred. Full-time with a flexible schedule and compensation of $40–$50 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• Active registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Valid and active New York State license.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Clinical Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field.
• Previous experience in a long-term care setting preferred.
• Strong clinical skills and critical thinking abilities.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
• Interest in nutrition and health care for the aged.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct onsite, comprehensive nutritional assessments for residents.
• Develop and ensure implementation of individualized nutrition care plans.
• Collaborate with onsite interdisciplinary teams to ensure nutritional adequacy and compliance with regulations.
• Assist the Food Service Director in managing costs and staffing plans.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on nutrition and healthy eating.

Skills

Clinical skills

CDR registration

NY license

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Compassionate care

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Clinical Dietetics or Nutrition

Job description

A Great Place to Work

The Pines at Utica is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

A Great Place to Work

The Pines at Utica is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location: 1800 Butterfield Avenue, Utica, New York, 13501

$40.00–$50.00 per hour (equivalent to approx. $83,200–$104,000 annually)

Full-Time Opportunity

Flexible Schedule

What You'll Do

As a Registered Dietitian, you will evaluate the nutritional status and implement nutrition care plans for our residents. Your expertise will guide our culinary team in providing balanced and wholesome meals that support the health and vitality of those in our care. Please note this is not a remote position.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct onsite, comprehensive nutritional assessments for residents
• Develop and ensure the implementation of individualized nutrition care plans
• Collaborate with onsite interdisciplinary teams to ensure nutritional adequacy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Assist the Food Service Director in managing costs, overseeing food preparation and service, and developing department staffing plans
• Educate residents, families, and staff on nutritional requirements and healthy eating habits
• Monitor and evaluate residents' nutritional status and make necessary adjustments to care plans

If you are committed to enhancing the health and well-being of individuals through nutrition, join our team as a Registered Dietitian. Make a real difference in people's lives through the power of nutrition in an environment where compassion, care, and your expertise come together.

What You'll Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

USD $40.00 - USD $50.00 /Hr.

What You'll Bring

Qualifications of a Registered Dietitian include:

• Active registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Valid and active New York State license
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Clinical Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field
• Previous experience in a long-term care setting preferred
• Strong clinical skills and critical thinking abilities
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care
• Interest in the nutrition and health care needs of the aged and the chronically ill, with the ability to work with both
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National's centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.