Part Time Registered Dietitian

Our community partner, The Pines at Davidson, is hiring a Part-Time Registered Dietitian to join their team.

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for planning, organizing, consulting, and evaluating nutrition and dietary services throughout The Pines at Davidson, a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC).

This position provides clinical nutrition services, menu oversight, and personalized dietary guidance to support resident health, wellness, regulatory compliance, and satisfaction.

A focus on engaging all residents through one-on-one nutrition consultations, practical wellness coaching, and educational programming that empowers residents to make informed choices related to personal wellness, healthy aging, and disease prevention.

The teamwork at The Pines and the appreciation of our residents are second-to-none. If you are ready to bring your skills and commitment to our beautiful setting, we would love for you to apply!

Who We Are

The Pines at Davidson is a premier continuing care retirement community serving seniors who are living their best lives in a supportive and comprehensive residential and healthcare care setting.

From our fitness room with heated swimming pool to our social activities to our multiple dining options for residents, The Pines is a place where you will be proud to work alongside our many dedicated top-of-the-industry team members.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off and more for full-time team members.

Essential Job Functions

Independent Living Consultations and Resident Engagement

• Conduct scheduled, individualized nutrition assessments and consultations for independent living residents, including but not limited to guidance related to heart-healthy diets, diabetes self-management, renal health, gut health, and weight management.
• Partner with residents to establish realistic, actionable wellness goals and translate medical diagnoses and physician orders into practical food and lifestyle choices.
• Host designated open office hours for residents seeking nutrition guidance, supplement information, or assistance navigating menu selections.
• Facilitate monthly nutrition forums, cooking demonstrations, and wellness workshops addressing healthy aging, hydration, and disease prevention.
• Attend Dining Services Liaison Meetings and collaborate with residents to gather feedback and identify opportunities for healthy menu enhancements.

Clinical Nutrition Services

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, develop individualized nutrition care plans, and complete timely re-evaluations for residents who reside within the Health Center, as applicable.
• Review physician orders related to therapeutic diets and nutrition interventions.
• Monitor residents for changes in nutritional status, unintended weight fluctuations, intake concerns, wound care needs, altered laboratory values, and swallowing difficulties.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, speech-language pathologists, and other interdisciplinary team members regarding residents' nutritional needs.
• Provide nutrition counseling and education to residents and families, as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR), in accordance with HIPAA, applicable regulations, and facility policies.
• Host designated open office hours for residents seeking nutrition guidance, supplement information, or assistance navigating menu selections.
• Attend Dining Services Liaison Meetings and collaborate with residents to gather feedback and identify opportunities for healthy menu enhancements.

Dietary Program Management and Menu Oversight

• Review and approve seasonal rotating menus, recipes, and food substitutions to support nutritional adequacy, therapeutic compliance, flavor variety, and resident satisfaction.
• Participate in menu planning for regular and therapeutic diets and recommend modifications as appropriate.
• Maintain communication with culinary leadership regarding food allergies, intolerances, texture modifications, and other resident-specific dietary needs.
• Monitor meal quality, portion control, food presentation, and resident satisfaction; recommend improvements as needed.
• Collaborate with the Director of Dining Services and Dining Services Team regarding therapeutic meal preparation and specialized diets, monthly nutrition forums, cooking demonstrations, and wellness workshops addressing healthy aging, hydration, and disease prevention.

Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, sanitation standards, and food safety requirements related to nutrition and dietary services.
• Participate in state surveys and regulatory inspections, as needed.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities; track and analyze nutrition-related quality indicators.
• Conduct periodic audits of dietary services, kitchen practices, and resident nutrition records; implement or recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Assist with the development, review, and updating of nutrition-related policies and procedures.

Team Collaboration and Education

• Serve as a nutrition resource for Dining Services, nursing, clinical services, and community leadership teams.
• Provide ongoing education and training for culinary and front-of-house team members on nutrition, portion control, texture-modified diets, therapeutic diets, and allergen cross-contact prevention.
• Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and resident care conferences, as appropriate.
• Support community wellness initiatives and healthy aging programs.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS (Includes Education, Experience, Knowledge and Abilities, Certificate or Licensure Requirements):

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, Food and Nutrition, or related field.
• Current registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Current state licensure/certification as required, or eligibility to obtain prior to the start date.
• Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of experience in clinical nutrition, outpatient counseling, senior living, or long-term care.
• Knowledge of chronic disease management and nutrition needs of older adults, including diabetes, hypertension, congestive heart failure, chronic kidney disease, and a variety of dietary preferences.
• Strong communication, counseling, presentation, and documentation skills.
• Ability to provide empathetic, motivating, and culturally sensitive nutrition counseling.

Preferred

• Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field.
• Experience in a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), long-term care, skilled nursing, assisted living, or senior living environment.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and dietary/menu management software.
• ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) certification.