Resident-Centric RD — Lead Nutrition in Long-Term Care

Peaks Healthcare Consulting; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO

Care Cash Program

Referral Bonus Program

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Heritage Grove Estates in Topeka, KS seeks a dedicated Registered Dietitian to lead resident nutrition care. You will conduct assessments, create individualized plans, and ensure high-quality dietary services aligned with physician orders and CMS regulations.

You will collaborate with interprofessional teams, oversee therapeutic diets, document in EMR, and educate residents and families on nutrition management while advancing clinical outcomes and resident well-being.

Qualifications

• Active RD or RDN credential in good standing with the CDR
• Licensed (or eligible) as a Dietitian in Kansas
• Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics from an accredited program
• Completion of an accredited Dietetic Internship or supervised practice
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred
• Strong knowledge of clinical nutrition and MNT
• Familiarity with CMS regulations and nutrition documentation

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized nutrition care plans for residents
• Provide medical nutrition therapy per physician orders and guidelines
• Monitor nutritional status and adjust plans based on labs, weight, and intake
• Collaborate with nursing, dietary, therapy and interdisciplinary teams
• Oversee therapeutic diets and texture modifications
• Ensure regulatory compliance for nutrition services
• Participate in MDS/RAI process related to nutrition
• Educate residents, families, and staff on nutrition and health management
• Support menu planning and EMR documentation
• Stay updated with best practices and regulatory changes

Skills

Clinical nutrition

Medical nutrition therapy

Communication

Independent decision making

Organization

Education & training

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Nutrition/Dietetics

Dietetic Internship completion

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Heritage Grove Estates in Topeka, KS seeks a dedicated Registered Dietitian to lead resident nutrition care. You will conduct assessments, create individualized plans, and ensure high-quality dietary services aligned with physician orders and CMS regulations.

You will collaborate with interprofessional teams, oversee therapeutic diets, document in EMR, and educate residents and families on nutrition management while advancing clinical outcomes and resident well-being.