What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dietitian position at Guardian Angels Senior Services?
Registered Dietitian
Location: Guardian Angels Care Center - Elk River, MN
Salary Range: $55,000 - $80,000 (Based on Experience)
Posting ID: 3274
Proudly recognized as a 2026 Star Tribune Top Workplace, Guardian Angels is committed to creating an exceptional environment for both our employees and the seniors and families we serve.
Position Summary:
The Registered Dietitian is responsible for providing quality clinical nutritional care based on MDS assessments and care plans that contributes significantly to the quality of life for GACC residents and is consistent with regulations, established policies and procedures. Services are provided in accordance with the mission of Guardian Angels and in compliance with existing rules and regulations.
Schedule:
- Full Time
Responsibilities:
- Implement nutritional care programs based upon existing regulations and established nutrition best practices.
- Cooperate with department staff to promote residents’ total and nutritional wellbeing.
- Provide quality clinical nutritional care that is consistent with existing regulations, policies and procedures, and is in accordance with the mission of Guardian Angels.
- Completes MD’s, nutrition assessments and attends care conferences as scheduled.
- Implement procedures and tools for nutritional intervention and attainment of nutritional goals for residents deemed to be at nutritional risk.
- Meets with residents and families as needed.
- Assist in providing a dignified, respectful, resident-centered environment for residents.
- Follow universal precautions, facility infection control guidelines, sanitation and safety standards of practice in all work and activities.
- All duties are performed in accordance with current standards, guidelines, state and federal regulations.
- Assists with ordering and supplies/inventory for the Culinary Department. Receives inventory and stocks shelves according to guidelines.
- Uphold confidential information as required by Guardian Angels policy and procedure and as related to HIPAA.
- Uphold the mission, vision, and values of the Guardian Angels.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Must have completed a Registered Dietitian or related training program and/or degree in nutrition approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics MN State Licensure Board.
- Maintains required certification and attends all appropriate training.
- Must have knowledge of State and Federal regulations as they relate to dietary services.
- Occasional evenings, holidays, and weekends may be required.
- Must be able to make evaluations of resident’s nutritional needs.
- Excellent verbal and written (read and write) communication skills.
- Basic computer skills Microsoft Office a plus. Familiar with food vendor order forms also a plus.
- Must be self-motivated, with ability to organize and prioritize.
- Maintains good attendance and punctuality.
Benefits Include: Competitive wages with credit for experience. Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA) - 3:1 Employer Match, 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, Employer Paid Short-Term Disability, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Paid Time Off/ESST, 11 Holidays, Referral Bonus, Employee Support Program (EMPOWER), and Free Gym Membership – Club GA & Gym 365 Locations. All benefits are subject to the eligibility requirements of each benefit plan.
Mission: Guardian Angels provides exceptional health care, housing and supportive services to seniors and their families in the spirit of Christ's love.
About Guardian Angels: Guardian Angels Senior Services is a trusted provider committed to the well-being of seniors through a range of specialized offerings. With a focus on personalized care, our dedicated team ensures that individual needs and preferences are met with compassion and expertise. We serve more than 3,000 individuals and their families each year in the communities of Albertville, Becker, Elk River, Otsego and Zimmerman. We are blessed with a dedicated, compassionate staff of approximately 500, as well as hundreds of volunteers, members of the Friends of GA and loyal donors. EEO/AA
Pay: $55,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $80,000