Dietitian SNF

Elderwood•Liverpool, NY

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Elderwood at Liverpool is seeking a compassionate and clinically strong Registered Dietitian to join their interdisciplinary team within their skilled nursing and rehabilitation community. This role offers the opportunity to directly impact the health, recovery, comfort, and quality of life of residents through individualized nutritional care planning, clinical collaboration, and resident-centered support. The organization is mission-driven, focused on 'People Caring for People,' and provides a collaborative interdisciplinary clinical environment with supportive leadership. This position offers meaningful work serving geriatric and rehabilitation populations with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

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
Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level

Nice To Haves

Long-term care, rehabilitation, or geriatric experience preferred
Experience with nutritional software and electronic medical records preferred
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

Responsibilities

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
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
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