What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dietitian position at Ecumen?
Full Time Registered Dietitian | Open to Hours, Either 32–40 hours/week | .8 FTE – 1.0 FTE l No weekends, holidays, or on-call
Ecumen Lakeshore-The Fountains provides short-term rehab and post-hospital care for up to 60 patients in spacious, private rooms along the picturesque shore of Lake Superior. This is a unique opportunity to work in a post-acute/rehab Transitional Care Unit (TCU) rather than a traditional skilled nursing setting. Our TCU offers a faster-paced environment with an average stay of 14–21 days, allowing the Dietitian to work on advanced clinical cases while still having the time to provide deeper assessments, meaningful counseling, and the ability to monitor progress and outcomes. It truly offers the best of both worlds, clinical complexity with time for relationship-building with patients and families.
The Dietitian is responsible for resident nutrition care including menu development, modified diet textures and therapeutic needs of the resident’s nutrition status. This position provides nutrition direction based on the individual care plan of each resident and complies with licensing guidelines, state and federal regulations, and follows established facility policies and procedures. This position may also assist with the total food service operation for the facility by assisting with preparation, serving and clean-up as directed.
This role also benefits from strong support systems, including an engaged interdisciplinary team, a network of Ecumen RDNs for mentorship, and access to a Corporate Dietitian for guidance on complex situations.
About Us:
Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.
The targeted annual salary range for this job is $62,000 - $72,000 (as a 1.0FTE)
Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.
Ecumen offers a benefits package based on the number of hours you are regularly scheduled to work including paid time off for Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Ecumen Lakeshore-The Fountains provides short-term rehab and post-hospital care for up to 60 patients in spacious, private rooms along the picturesque shore of Lake Superior. This is a unique opportunity to work in a post-acute/rehab Transitional Care Unit (TCU) rather than a traditional skilled nursing setting. Our TCU offers a faster-paced environment with an average stay of 14–21 days, allowing the Dietitian to work on advanced clinical cases while still having the time to provide deeper assessments, meaningful counseling, and the ability to monitor progress and outcomes. It truly offers the best of both worlds, clinical complexity with time for relationship-building with patients and families.
The Dietitian is responsible for resident nutrition care including menu development, modified diet textures and therapeutic needs of the resident’s nutrition status. This position provides nutrition direction based on the individual care plan of each resident and complies with licensing guidelines, state and federal regulations, and follows established facility policies and procedures. This position may also assist with the total food service operation for the facility by assisting with preparation, serving and clean-up as directed.
This role also benefits from strong support systems, including an engaged interdisciplinary team, a network of Ecumen RDNs for mentorship, and access to a Corporate Dietitian for guidance on complex situations.
About Us:
Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.
The targeted annual salary range for this job is $62,000 - $72,000 (as a 1.0FTE)
Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.
Ecumen offers a benefits package based on the number of hours you are regularly scheduled to work including paid time off for Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Completes nutrition assessments, evaluates client health and diet needs, and documents in the medical record per charting standards. Participates with the care team for cohesive care of the resident.
- Provides explanations for food and nutrition questions, calculates patient nutritional requirements and analyzes nutritional content of food. Educates residents on nutrition and healthy eating options.
- Establishes proper meal plans for the client in accordance with their care plan, personal preference, health, and financial capabilities. Ensures quality meals are prepared, cooked, and served to residents, families, guests, and employees.
- Assists in creating menus that enhance the dining experience for the people we serve to include menu extensions and the electronic menu system.
- Integrates proper safety and sanitation techniques and audits the kitchen to ensure compliance with state and federal rules and guidelines.
- Assists in meal preparation, serving, and clean-up as needed. Directs dining staff on portion sizes based on the resident nutritional needs. Supports all dining staff in a skilled setting.
- Accommodates resident requests, as able, and responds to resident complaints promptly.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
- 900 hours of supervised professional experience in nutrition and dietetics
- Maintains Registration and License in Minnesota by meeting the CEU requirements
- Certified Food Protection Manager in accordance with MN Department of Health or eligible within 90-days of hire
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
- Able to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, Resident’s Bill of Rights, OSHA, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, Right to know, HUD Policy and Procedures, ADA, Fair Housing laws and regulations and SDS
- Master’s degree
- Experience in senior care as a Registered Dietitian or Licensed Nutritionist
Salary : $62,000 - $72,000