Registered Dietitian (RD) - Sign On Bonus

Role Overview

Provides supervision and oversight of the Dietary Department to ensure residents' nutritional needs are met in compliance with policies, regulations, and clinical assessments.

Responsibilities

• Manages staff, food ordering, and preparation
• Supervises menu planning, diet formulation, and meal service
• Ensures food safety and sanitation
• Maintains records and manages budgets
• Collaborates with nursing and interdisciplinary teams
• Participates in quality assurance initiatives
• Ensures regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field required
• Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
• ServSafe certification or within 90 days of employment
• Knowledge of MDS, care planning, and federal/state regulations
• Minimum one year of healthcare or skilled nursing experience preferred
• Management experience preferred

Skills

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Adherence to sanitation and safety protocols
• Ability to evaluate meal quality and resident satisfaction