Registered Dietitian (RD)

Pacific Coast Post Acute; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Pacific Coast Post-Acute is seeking a Registered Dietitian to oversee the nutritional care of residents in a 149-bed skilled nursing facility. You will assess, develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care and positive outcomes.

The role requires knowledge of skilled nursing regulations, experience with geriatric nutrition, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required.
• Strong knowledge of skilled nursing nutrition regulations and compliance standards.
• Understanding of aging and nutritional needs of long-term care residents.
• Excellent communication, organization, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition plans for residents.
• Collaborate with nursing, dietary services, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor weight trends, labs, food intake, and overall nutritional status.
• Provide guidance on therapeutic diets, supplements, and nutrition interventions.
• Deliver nutrition education and counseling to residents, families, and staff.

Skills

RD credential

Communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Critical thinking

Organization

Independence

Education

Bachelors in Dietetics

ACEND supervised practice

Tools

PointClickCare

US Foods systems

Job description

Registered Dietitian (RD) Pacific Coast Post-Acute is seeking a knowledgeable, compassionate, and dedicated Registered Dietitian (RD) to join our team. In this role, you will oversee the nutritional care of residents in our 149-bed skilled nursing facility, helping promote optimal health, recovery, and quality of life through individualized nutrition care.

Compensation Pay Range: $45.00–$60.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Position Summary

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for assessing, developing, implementing, and monitoring individualized nutrition plans for residents. You will work closely with nursing, dietary services, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure residents receive appropriate, high-quality nutritional care. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable about skilled nursing regulations, understands the unique nutritional needs of older adults, and is passionate about making a positive difference in residents' lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive nutritional assessments and identify residents at nutritional risk
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans
• Monitor residents' weight trends, laboratory values, food intake, and overall nutritional status
• Make appropriate recommendations for therapeutic diets, supplements, and nutrition interventions
• Provide guidance regarding food-drug interactions and other nutrition-related concerns
• Collaborate with nursing, dietary services, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team
• Participate in care planning and resident-centered quality improvement initiatives
• Monitor and support compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to nutrition and dietary services
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to residents, families, and staff as appropriate
• Support resident satisfaction and contribute to a positive dining experience
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Requirements

• Current Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required
• Strong knowledge of skilled nursing and long-term care nutrition regulations and compliance standards
• Understanding of the aging process and the nutritional needs of long-term care residents
• Excellent communication, organization, and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and staff
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited institution
• Completion of an accredited dietetics education and supervised practice program 1–3 years of experience in acute care, skilled nursing, or long-term care
• Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) and/or US Foods systems
• Previous experience working with geriatric populations is a plus

Why Join Pacific Coast Post-Acute?

At Pacific Coast Post-Acute, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and well‑being of our residents while working alongside a supportive, collaborative team.

We offer:

• Competitive pay: $45.00–$60.00 per hour, based on experience
• Supportive and team‑oriented work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible full‑time employees, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents
• Collaborative environment focused on quality resident care

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post‑acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission‑driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making.

In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.