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Registered Dietitian | Skilled Nursing
$45.00/hour-$51.00/hour
JGS Lifecare - Leavitt Family Jewish Home
Longmeadow, MA
Make a difference in someone's life every day.
Guided by Jewish Values. Serving All Faiths. Why Join Us?
$45.00/hour-$51.00/hour
JGS Lifecare - Leavitt Family Jewish Home
Longmeadow, MA
Make a difference in someone's life every day.
Guided by Jewish Values. Serving All Faiths. Why Join Us?
Make an Impact: This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents through high‑quality nutritional care.
Competitive Pay: $45.00/hour – $51.00/hour based on experience
Flexible Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Thursday or Tuesday-Friday, daytime hours
Supportive Team: We value our team members just as much as the people we serve!
Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours!
- Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments, including annual, quarterly, and interim reviews
- Participate in resident care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings
- Monitor resident weight changes and implement appropriate nutritional interventions
- Review and approve menus to ensure compliance with therapeutic diet requirements
- Ensure compliance with Massachusetts DPH, OBRA, and Joint Commission standards
- Provide nutrition education to residents, families, and staff
- Serve as a clinical resource to the Food Service Department
- Participate in surveys, inspections, and required in‑service trainings
- Bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition
- Registered Dietitian credentials with the American Dietetic Association
- Active Massachusetts Dietitian license and ongoing CEU maintenance
- 2 years of long‑term care experience
- 2 years of long‑term care experience
- Strong clinical nutrition background with knowledge of therapeutic diets
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with residents, families, and staff
- Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, and company‑funded Life Insurance, plus optional STD, LTD, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage
- Financial and educational support including a 403(b) retirement plan, Flexible Spending Account, and tuition reimbursement
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and a paid birthday
- Great workplace perks including cash advance programs, free meals, free parking, and a state‑of‑the‑art facility with an inclusive, supportive cculture.
Salary : $45 - $51