Registered Dietitian
Listed compensation
$75k-$80k
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Job Description
Take the next step in your career with Unidine as a Registered Dietitian in Jersey City, NJ!
- Location: Unidine at St. Ann's HomeSetting: Senior Living
- Schedule: Monday - FridayRequirement: Must be a Registered Dietitian with a valid CDR # or RD eligible Salary: $75,000 - $80,000Other Forms of
- Compensation: $1,000
Sign On Bonus
We go the extra mile for our Dietitians with benefits designed to support education, career growth, and professional success! Special perks include:
- Education Reimbursement – Financial support for advanced learning
- Career Advancement – Growth programs tailored to RDNs
- Board Certifications – Financial rewards for obtaining specialty certifications
- Relocation Assistance – Support when moving 50+ miles (based on location)
- Professional Membership Dues, CDR, & Licensure Coverage – We cover your professional fees
- Free CEUs – Through our nutrition education webinar series
Why Choose a Career as a Compass Group Dietitian?
Compass Group employs over 3,000 RDNs across the United States, making us one of the nation’s largest employers of Dietitians in a variety of settings:
- Hospitals and healthcare systems
- Senior living communities
- Schools and universities
- Corporate wellness programs
- Food service operations
We Offer Unmatched Opportunities for Professional Growth
- Specialization
- Leadership development
- Cross-functional career paths
The company has earned significant recognition, including being named one of Modern Healthcare's "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" for five consecutive years, and appearing on Training Magazine’s Top 125 Organizations list for six straight years.
At Compass Group, we prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth with a comprehensive benefits package:
- Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Financial Security – Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
- Retirement Ready – 401(k) and retirement plans to invest in your future
- Time Off – Flexible/Paid Time Off and holiday pay (varies by site/state), Paid Parental Leave, Personal Leave
- Exclusive Perks – Shopping discounts, commuter benefits, and more
- Wellness & Support – Employee Assistance Program, FSAs, and health programs
- Protection Plans – Identity Theft Protection and pet insurance
Job Summary
We’re seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Nutrition Care Manager (Registered Dietitian) to support nutrition care in a senior living setting. In this role, you will be providing nutritional care, supervising food service associates, and promoting a culture of wellness for residents and staff.
What You’ll Do
- Medical Nutrition Therapy & Care Planning: Deliver comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and manage individualized resident nutrition care plans to support health and well-being
- Regulatory Guidance & Compliance: Provide expertise on meal service operations and ensure adherence to all regulatory and accreditation standards
- Menu Development & Innovation: Collaborate on menu planning that reflects wellness trends, nutritional best practices, and resident preferences
- Staff Leadership & Training: Supervise, coach, and train dining and nutrition staff to uphold quality standards and enhance resident satisfaction
- Quality & Performance Improvement: Participate in quality assurance and satisfaction initiatives aimed at continuously improving nutrition services and overall care
What We’re Looking For
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
- Licensed Dietitian (or willing to obtain) in the state of practice as applicable
- 1+ year of senior living experience preferred
- Supervisory experience and ServSafe® certification desirable
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, electronic medical records, diet office systems, and nutrient analysis programs
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- You’ll be part of an environment where your ideas are welcomed, and your growth is encouraged
- You’ll have access to ongoing education, resources, development programs, and advancement opportunities to support your career path
- You’ll work with a team that values collaboration, communication, and continual learning Apply to Compass Group today!
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position.
While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: info.flclearinghouse.com
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Compass Group maintains a drug-free workplace.
Key Responsibilities
The Registered Dietitian will deliver comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy and manage individualized resident nutrition care plans. They are also responsible for supervising food service staff and ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
Requirements
Candidates must be a Registered Dietitian with a valid CDR number or be RD eligible. At least one year of senior living experience is preferred, along with proficiency in electronic medical records and nutrient analysis programs.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Dietitian Career Context
Of the 40 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 45% are remote, 23% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
In New Jersey, the Clinical Nutrition weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$80k (77 salary observations; 231 listings), vs ~$78k nationally (1,879 salary observations; 9,147 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $75k–$80k | Clinical Nutrition median $80k (middle half $79k–$91k)12 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| New Jersey vs national | $80k median in New Jersey | $78k nationally (+3%)77 state / 1,879 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$71k in purchasing power | New Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Clinical Nutrition listings in New Jersey | 67 active | 3,038 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 45% remote · 23% no call · 60% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $1k sign-on | US Dietitian listings: 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 3% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Registered Dietitian at Compass Group 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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