We are seeking a Registered Dietitian (RD) to support nutrition care and dining services across two healthcare settings in New Jersey.
This role may be structured as either full-time or part-time, depending on candidate availability and experience.
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3 days/week at an Adult Day Center / PACE Program in Jersey City, NJ
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2 days/week at a Health Center within a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in West Caldwell, NJ
This is an excellent opportunity for a dietitian who enjoys working with older adults, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and making a direct impact on clinical outcomes, resident quality of life, and dining experience.
The Registered Dietitian is responsible for providing nutrition assessment, care planning, documentation, and ongoing nutrition support for participants/residents in accordance with physician orders, regulatory requirements, and organizational standards.
The RD will work collaboratively with nursing, providers, therapy, social services, and dining services teams to ensure high-quality nutritional care, regulatory compliance, and individualized support for participants and residents.
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Complete nutrition assessments, reassessments, and follow-up evaluations
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Develop and update individualized nutrition care plans
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Monitor participants/residents for:
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Weight changes
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Nutritional risk
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Appetite and intake concerns
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Skin integrity concerns
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Hydration status
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Supplement needs
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Provide recommendations related to:
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Therapeutic diets
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Texture modifications
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Oral nutrition supplements
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Food allergies and intolerances
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Meal accommodations and preferences
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Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and team meetings
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Review and support compliance with physician diet orders
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Collaborate with food service and culinary teams to ensure menu appropriateness and nutritional adequacy
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Assist with resident/participant and family nutrition education as needed
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Support regulatory readiness and compliance for all applicable standards
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Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the medical record
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Assist with menu review, sanitation, food safety, and nutrition-related quality initiatives as needed
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Provide nutrition care and support for adult participants enrolled in a PACE program
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Work closely with interdisciplinary care team members to support participant health, independence, and quality of life
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Provide nutrition care for residents in the healthcare center setting
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Support clinical nutrition needs, dining service coordination, and regulatory compliance within a senior living / post-acute care environment
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Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required
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Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required
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Current New Jersey dietitian licensure (or eligibility) preferred/required as applicable
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Prior experience in one or more of the following preferred:
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PACE
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Adult Day Health
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Skilled Nursing
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Long-Term Care
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Rehabilitation
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Senior Living
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Healthcare / Clinical Nutrition
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Strong knowledge of:
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Medical nutrition therapy
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Therapeutic diets
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Nutrition documentation
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Older adult nutrition
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Regulatory and survey expectations
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Strong communication, organization, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
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3 days/week – Jersey City, NJ
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2 days/week – West Caldwell, NJ
Flexible structure may be available based on candidate interest, experience, and site needs.
We are looking for a dietitian who is:
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Compassionate and resident/participant-focused
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Clinically strong and well-organized
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Comfortable working independently across multiple sites
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Collaborative with clinical and dining services teams
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Focused on both nutrition outcomes and quality of life
This is a great opportunity to work in two meaningful healthcare settings and make a direct impact on the health, well-being, and daily experience of the individuals we serve.
Competitive compensation offered based on experience and schedule.
