Elderwood

Registered Dietitian

Elderwood  •  New York (Onsite)  •  21 hours ago
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Job Description

Salary

Up to $75,000 / yearly

Local Opportunity. Big Impact.

Explore a Clinical Career with Purpose at Elderwood at Waverly

Certified Dietitian - Nutritionist (CDN) License Required

Registered Dietitian (Full-time)

Elderwood at WaverlyUp to $75,000 per year

Clinical Impact. Competitive Pay.Elderwood at Waverly is seeking a Registered Dietitian (license required) to join our clinical team in a full-time role supporting residents in long-term care and short-term rehab. This is a local opportunity to make a real difference in resident health and quality of life. The Registered Dietitian team member assists with nursing the health and well-being of our residents by being responsible for the nutrition assessments of our residents and monitoring their progress, keeping organized and cohesive documentation and conducting routine audits related to nutrition and food services. Why You’ll Want This Role

  • Full-time flexibility
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Health insurance, PTO & holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee referral bonus
  • Supportive, team-based culture

Join a Team That Feels Like Family:

  • At Elderwood at Waverly, we’re looking for kind, collaborative, and dedicated Dietitian to provide personal and compassionate care in a supportive team environment. Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunity, stability, and growth here.

Apply Today. We’re ready when you are.

Responsibilities

Registered Dietitian (RD / CDN):

Clinical Nutrition & Resident Care

  • Complete nutrition assessments and reassessments for residents
  • Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans
  • Provide nutrition education and counseling to residents and families
  • Monitor residents’ nutritional status, weight trends, intake, and overall wellness
  • Maintain accurate nutrition documentation within the electronic medical record system

Collaboration & Team Partnership

  • Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings
  • Partner with Dining Services to support appropriate meal planning and service
  • Serve as a nutrition resource for facility leadership and clinical teams
  • Support and mentor Diet Technicians and dietetic interns, as applicable

Quality, Compliance & Education

  • Conduct nutrition-related audits and performance improvement initiatives
  • Maintain compliance with CMS, DOH, and nutritional service regulations
  • Assist with staff education and in-service training programs
  • Support survey readiness and best practice initiatives

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Qualifications

Registered Dietitian (RD / CDN):

  • Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field
  • Registered Dietitian credential required
  • Active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
  • Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN) or state licensure, as applicable
  • Long-term care, rehabilitation, or geriatric experience preferred
  • Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
  • Experience with nutritional software and electronic medical records preferred

The Right Candidate Will Bring

  • Compassionate, resident-centered approach
  • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent communication and counseling abilities
  • Team-focused and collaborative mindset
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills
  • Passion for improving resident health and quality of life
  • This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

Elderwood

About Elderwood

Elderwood is a leading provider of care for seniors in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states. Offering a wide range of services across a continuum of high-quality facilities, Elderwood is consistently recognized for quality and value.

Service lines include independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing, with specialty services such as subacute rehab, memory care, orthopedic and cardiac rehabilitation, cardiac telemetry, wound therapy, ventilator care and oncology care. Elderwood’s affiliates provide additional services including home care, pharmacy and prescription delivery, medical transportation, and managed long-term care services.

At Elderwood, we’re not just a location providing a service—we’re people caring for people. That’s why in everything we do, we put the wellbeing of our residents and their families first. Through our comprehensive services, professional staff, and person-centered approach, we’re committed to providing the highest level of care in order to maintain our residents’ health and wellness.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Buffalo, New York
Year Founded
1978
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