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Registered Dietitian
Full-Time
Pay up to $115,000
Job Summary
Evergreen Healthcare Group is currently seeking a full-time Registered Dietitian at Golden Merced Care Center in Merced, California. This role is responsible for planning, managing, and implementing dietary service activities so residents receive safe, adequate, and individualized nutrition. Compensation is up to $115,000 annually, based on experience.
Essential Functions
Complete comprehensive nutritional assessments and individualized care plans within regulatory time frames
Make recommendations to Nursing Services, Dietary Services, and physicians regarding resident care
Monitor, evaluate, and document nutrition-related care in medical records
Attend Nutrition Hydration Skin Committee meetings
Review and approve menus
Participate in facility meetings and committees as appointed
Complete evaluation tools (e.g., Dietary Services Comprehensive Summary, CQI tools)
Identify problems and implement solutions to support nutritional health and food service operations
Develop and implement efficient processes to maximize resident nutritional well-being
Ensure compliance with state/federal regulations and Center policies
Provide in-services and staff training as required
Serve as a preceptor for Dietary Manager trainees when needed
Support onboarding and training of new Dietary Services Managers
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
Ability to travel/attend professional development as needed
Strong interpersonal skills with residents, families, staff, and community members
Interest in long-term care and working with the elderly
Ability to taste and assess food quality
Must meet applicable health requirements
Education, Licensure, and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or Food Service Administration (or as required by state regulations)
Completion of a Dietetic Internship or equivalent
Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
State licensure or certification (as required by regulations)
Long-term care or food service supervisory experience preferred
Benefit Highlights
Private Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Training & Development Opportunities
Location
Golden Merced Care Center
3170 M St, Merced, CA 95348
Evergreen Healthcare Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.