Strong clinical nutrition assessment and care planning skills.
Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Minimum of two years of clinical experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting (preferred).
Knowledge of MDS 3.0 documentation and regulatory requirements (preferred).
Experience working with geriatric and rehabilitation populations (preferred).
Responsibilities
Conduct nutrition assessments and provide clinical nutrition services for long-term care and sub-acute care residents.
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
Complete accurate and timely medical record documentation, including MDS 3.0 assessments.
Monitor residents' nutritional status and recommend appropriate interventions.
Provide nutrition counseling and education to residents, patients, and family members as needed.
Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and resident reviews.
Conduct meal rounds to evaluate food quality, safety, intake, and resident satisfaction.
Collaborate with nursing, medical, rehabilitation, and food service staff to support resident care goals.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits and programs offered through the 1199 SEIU union contract.
Full Job Description
Registered Dietitian
Food & Nutrition Department | Manhattan Campus Full-Time | 1199 SEIU Union Position
Salary Range:$39.0092 - $46.4403 per hour, based on experience.
The Food & Nutrition Department at our Manhattan campus is seeking a full-time Registered Dietitian to join our interdisciplinary healthcare team. This is a 1199 SEIU union position, and the selected candidate will be eligible for the comprehensive benefits and programs offered through the union contract.
Position Summary
The Registered Dietitian provides comprehensive nutrition assessment, care planning, and clinical nutrition services to residents in both long-term care and sub-acute rehabilitation settings. This role plays a critical part in supporting positive resident outcomes through individualized nutrition interventions, regulatory compliance, interdisciplinary collaboration, and nutrition education.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct nutrition assessments and provide clinical nutrition services for long-term care and sub-acute care residents.
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
Complete accurate and timely medical record documentation, including MDS 3.0 assessments and related nutrition documentation.
Monitor residents' nutritional status and recommend appropriate interventions.
Provide nutrition counseling and education to residents, patients, and family members as needed.
Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and resident reviews.
Conduct meal rounds to evaluate food quality, safety, intake, and resident satisfaction.
Collaborate with nursing, medical, rehabilitation, and food service staff to support resident care goals and improve outcomes.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and organizational standards related to nutrition care.
