Registered Dietitian

DietitianNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$65k-$75k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

  • Location: 3100 Shore Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23451
  • Reports to: Healthcare Dining Manager
  • FLSA: Exempt, Salaried
  • Schedule: Full-time Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm, with some flexibility

About Us

FOUNDED IN 1982, WESTMINSTER-CANTERBURY ON CHESAPEAKE BAY IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT, FAITH-BASED LIFE PLAN COMMUNITY. LOCATED ALONG THE SOUTHERN SHORE OF CHESAPEAKE BAY, OUR SCENIC, RESORT-STYLE CAMPUS IS HOME TO A VIBRANT COMMUNITY OF RESIDENTS AND STAFF WHO SHARE A PASSION FOR SERVICE, JOY, AND WELL-BEING.

OUR MISSION? ENRICHING LIVES THROUGH THE POWER OF PURPOSE, BELONGING, AND

WELLNESS.

We Live Our Values Every Day

  • Respect for every person
  • Passion for what we do
  • Professionalism in all we do

APPLY TODAY AND HELP US BRING WELLNESS, JOY, AND ENERGY TO THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY!

Behind every delicious meal and memorable dining experience is our incredible Dining Services Team — a dedicated group of Dining Room, Catering, Culinary and Healthcare Dining Partner professionals who bring passion, creativity, and care to every plate they serve.

From perfectly prepared dishes to friendly, attentive service, this hardworking team goes above and beyond to make every meal special for our residents, staff and visitors alike.

Their teamwork, attention to detail, and genuine love for what they do, creates not just great food, but a true sense of community around the table.

Under the guidance of the Healthcare Dining Manager, the Registered Dietitian is responsible for planning, developing and directing nutritional care activities for residents and clients, including those with complex medical and nutritional needs. The Dietitian supports our mission and coordinates nutritional care with other health care providers, the residents, the resident's family and community.

Provides Nutrition Care services and clinical dietary counseling, provides appropriate follow-up in accordance with resident's and patient's treatment goals. Manages team members within a framework of teamwork and empowerment.

Always model our core values of respect, passion, and professionalism, and hold others accountable for doing the same.

What You'll Do In This Role

  • Assists in the administration of the Nutrition Care Protocols per Dining Services standards, as well as state and federal guidelines, ensuring 'inspection ready" status at all times, ensures policies and procedures are followed, addresses problems independently, coordinates ‘Showtime’ meetings and in-services for team as needed, conducts kitchen safety and sanitation audits as needed, participates in the Performance Improvement Program as assigned, assists in interview, hiring, and disciplinary processes.
  • In the Nutrition Care Manager's absence, this dietitian leads the nutrition care team.
  • Maintains excellent relations with clients and residents and close working relationships with dining service supervisors and other community departments and participates in Resident Care Committee meetings
  • Completes assigned clinical nutrition documentation, resident care plans and all pertinent charting in medical records within a timely manner to maintain compliance.
  • Provides clinical dietary counseling to Home Health and Hospice clients on an ad hoc basis.
  • Reviews and approves cycle modified menus for Health Care Center; develops modified spreadsheets, as requested.
  • As requested, conducts nutrition education sessions and provides nutrition information for team members and residents.
  • Participates in wellness activities, as applicable in the community.
  • Enters MDS Data as needed
  • Organizes and participates in clinical QAPI meetings.
  • Completes monthly report indicating documentation completed.
  • All other duties as assigned

Core Competencies

  • Builds positive relationships and demonstrates sensitivity, patience, and genuine interest in others, especially seniors.
  • Communicates clearly, respectfully, and professionally with residents, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
  • Ability to stand and maneuver independently and safely around kitchen, office, and storage areas.
  • Sufficient manual dexterity to operate a fire extinguisher, manipulate kitchen equipment and operate other office equipment
  • May involve exposure to commercial cleaning products in kitchen areas.

The Experience You'll Bring

Required

  • Must be a Registered Dietitian with accreditation from the Commission for Dietetic Registration and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
  • 2 Years of professional Dietitian experience.
  • ServSafe & CPR certified required. Must obtain certification within one year from acceptance of this position.
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures and practices.
  • Neat, clean, and professional appearance.
  • Experienced with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
  • Willingness to receive annual flu vaccine

Preferred

  • Two years leadership experience.
  • Knowledge of Clinical systems
  • Knowledge of kitchen production and procedures.
  • Knowledge of HIPPA and CMS Regulations.
  • Experience in conflict resolution.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Compensation Range: $65,000 - $75,000 (based on relevant experience)
  • Full-Time Employee (and eligible Part-Time Employee) Benefits & Perks

Include

  • MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION INSURANCE (AVAILABLE DAY ONE!)
  • LIFE & DISABILITY INSURANCE (SHORT- AND LONG-TERM)
  • RETIREMENT PLAN WITH EMPLOYER MATCH
  • PAID TIME OFF (PTO) & 6 PAID HOLIDAYS (+ 2 FLOATING HOLIDAYS)
  • TUITION ASSISTANCE + SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YOU & YOUR FAMILY
  • EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
  • LEGAL/IDENTITY THEFT PROTECTION PLANS
  • TEAM MEMBER DISCOUNTS
  • CAREER GROWTH & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

At-Will Employment Statement

Employment with our organization is “at-will,” meaning that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.

Key Responsibilities

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for planning, developing, and directing nutritional care activities for residents, including those with complex medical needs. They also manage team members, ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines, and provide clinical dietary counseling.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Registered Dietitian with at least 2 years of professional experience and accreditation from the Commission for Dietetic Registration. Additional requirements include ServSafe and CPR certification, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Nutritional care planningTeam leadershipMedical record chartingMDS data entryMenu developmentCompliance management

Dietitian Career Context

Of the 50 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 18% are remote, 24% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

In Virginia, the Clinical Nutrition weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$75k (85 salary observations; 258 listings), vs ~$78k nationally (2,475 salary observations; 8,466 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$70k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $69k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Registered Dietitian at Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay & Senior Options a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Clinical Nutrition dietitian listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks20 jobs · 12 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
70%
Sign-on bonus
35%
Relocation assistance
35%
Loan repayment
20%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.0
Better work-life than 50% of Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,226 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • On-site

Living in Virginia Beach

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$379k≈ 5.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,086/mo≈ 39% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay & Senior Options

Hospitals and Health Care
Virginia Beach, VA
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Paid Time Off
6 Paid Holidays