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Registered Dietitian

Elderwood

Waverly, NYFull-timeup to $75K/yrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
up to $75K/yr
Location
Waverly, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Registered Dietitian CredentialActive Registration With The Commission On Dietetic Registration (CDR)Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN) Or State LicensureBachelor's degree

Job overview

Elderwood is hiring a Registered Dietitian. Elderwood at Waverly is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join its clinical team, offering a full‑time role that supports resident health in long‑term care and short‑term rehab, with a focus on nutrition assessments, care planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Key focus areas include Complete nutrition assessments and reassessments for residents, Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans, and Provide nutrition education and counseling to residents and families.

Successful candidates bring Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN) License, Registered Dietitian, and Bachelor’s Degree In Nutrition. Important skills include Nutrition Assessments, Nutrition Care Plans, Nutrition Education, Counseling, Nutritional Status Monitoring, and Accurate Nutrition Documentation. Preferred (not required): Electronic Medical Record System, EMR, and Organizational Skills.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Nutrition AssessmentsNutrition Care PlansNutrition EducationCounselingNutritional Status MonitoringAccurate Nutrition DocumentationInterdisciplinary Care Plan MeetingsMeal PlanningNutrition ResourceSupport and Mentor Diet TechniciansSupport and Mentor Dietetic InternsNutrition-Related AuditsPerformance Improvement InitiativesCMS ComplianceDOH ComplianceNutritional Service Regulations ComplianceStaff EducationIn-Service Training ProgramsSurvey ReadinessBest Practice InitiativesStrong CommunicationInterdisciplinary CollaborationCompassionate Resident-Centered ApproachClinical AssessmentProblem SolvingTeam-Focused MindsetCollaborative MindsetStrong OrganizationalPassion for Improving Resident HealthPassion for Improving Quality of LifeElectronic Medical Record SystemNutritional SoftwareClinical NutritionResident CareWeight Trends MonitoringIntake MonitoringWellness MonitoringCoachingCompassionate ApproachResident-Centered ApproachImproving Resident HealthImproving Quality of LifeEMRCounseling AbilitiesOrganizational SkillsDocumentation Skills

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or Related FieldRegistered Dietitian CredentialActive Registration With the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN) or State LicensureLong-Term Care, Rehabilitation, or Geriatric ExperienceEnglish Language Proficiency Intermediate or Higher

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Salary

Up to $75,000 / yearly

Overview

Local Opportunity. Big Impact.

Explore a Clinical Career with Purpose at Elderwood at Waverly

Certified Dietitian - Nutritionist (CDN) License Required

Registered Dietitian (Full-time)

Elderwood at WaverlyUp to $75,000 per year

Clinical Impact. Competitive Pay.

Elderwood at Waverly is seeking a Registered Dietitian (license required) to join our clinical team in a full-time role supporting residents in long-term care and short-term rehab. This is a local opportunity to make a real difference in resident health and quality of life.

The Registered Dietitian team member assists with nursing the health and well-being of our residents by being responsible for the nutrition assessments of our residents and monitoring their progress, keeping organized and cohesive documentation and conducting routine audits related to nutrition and food services.

Why You’ll Want This Role

  • Full-time flexibility

  • 401(k) with employer match

  • Health insurance, PTO & holidays

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Employee referral bonus

  • Supportive, team-based culture

Join a Team That Feels Like Family:

  • At Elderwood at Waverly, we’re looking for kind, collaborative, and dedicated Dietitian to provide personal and compassionate care in a supportive team environment. Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunity, stability, and growth here.

Apply Today. We’re ready when you are.

Responsibilities

Registered Dietitian (RD / CDN):

Clinical Nutrition & Resident Care

  • Complete nutrition assessments and reassessments for residents

  • Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans

  • Provide nutrition education and counseling to residents and families

  • Monitor residents’ nutritional status, weight trends, intake, and overall wellness

  • Maintain accurate nutrition documentation within the electronic medical record system

Collaboration & Team Partnership

  • Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings

  • Partner with Dining Services to support appropriate meal planning and service

  • Serve as a nutrition resource for facility leadership and clinical teams

  • Support and mentor Diet Technicians and dietetic interns, as applicable

Quality, Compliance & Education

  • Conduct nutrition-related audits and performance improvement initiatives

  • Maintain compliance with CMS, DOH, and nutritional service regulations

  • Assist with staff education and in-service training programs

  • Support survey readiness and best practice initiatives

Qualifications

Registered Dietitian (RD / CDN):

  • Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field

  • Registered Dietitian credential required

  • Active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

  • Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN) or state licensure, as applicable

  • Long-term care, rehabilitation, or geriatric experience preferred

  • Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills

  • Experience with nutritional software and electronic medical records preferred

The Right Candidate Will Bring

  • Compassionate, resident-centered approach

  • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills

  • Excellent communication and counseling abilities

  • Team-focused and collaborative mindset

  • Strong organizational and documentation skills

  • Passion for improving resident health and quality of life

  • This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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Posted Date1 month ago(7/14/2026 7:35 AM)

Requisition ID2026-36237

of Openings1

Area of InterestDining

CompanyElderwood

LocationElderwood at Waverly

Position TypeRegular Full-Time

SalaryUp to $75,000 / yearly

Reporting CategoryNon-Clinical

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