Registered Dietitian
Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center · Hamden, CT · 3 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Responsibilities
- Assess residents’ nutritional status upon admission and as required by regulation.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Monitor residents’ nutritional intake, weight changes, and overall progress.
- Provide guidance on therapeutic diets and ensure menus meet residents’ medical and cultural needs.
- Work closely with the Food Service Director and Dietary Department to ensure meals are prepared and served according to residents’ diet orders.
- Conduct staff training on nutrition, portion control, and safe food handling practices.
- Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.
- Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all applicable Department of Public Health (DPH), CMS, and facility standards.
Qualifications
- Current or Eligible for Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
- Connecticut state license or eligibility for licensure required.
- Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of clinical nutrition, menu planning, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with nursing, dietary, and medical staff.
Benefits
This position offers a generous $5000 sign-on bonus to new hires.
Pay
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate resident needs.