Registered Dietitian- Optalis Healthcare & Rehabilitation
About The Position
Optalis Health & Rehabilitation Registered Dietitian (RD) Split Position – Whitehall & Muskegon Campuses Whitehall, MI & Muskegon, MI Full Time| Competitive Pay|Comprehensive Benefits| SAME DAY PAY!! Lead Clinical Nutrition Across Two Growing Campuses Optalis Health & Rehabilitation is seeking a Registered Dietitian to support both our Whitehall and Muskegon campuses. This is a high-impact clinical leadership role responsible for driving nutritional excellence, regulatory compliance, and interdisciplinary collaboration across skilled nursing populations. This position is ideal for a Registered Dietitian who thrives in a multi-site setting, values autonomy, and is passionate about improving resident outcomes through evidence-based nutrition care. Position Overview The Registered Dietitian will provide clinical nutrition oversight for residents at both campuses, ensuring individualized nutrition plans, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with nursing and interdisciplinary leadership teams. Travel between campuses is required (distance within local region).
Requirements
- Registered Dietitian credential (RD or RDN)
- Licensed Dietitian in the State of Michigan
- Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field (Master’s preferred)
- Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred
- Strong understanding of CMS regulations and survey processes
- Ability to manage time effectively across two locations.
Responsibilities
- Complete comprehensive nutrition assessments and ongoing evaluations
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care plans
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations (CMS, survey readiness)
- Participate in care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings
- Provide oversight for therapeutic diets and menu planning collaboration
- Monitor weight changes, hydration status, wounds, and high-risk conditions
- Support Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
- Provide education to residents, families, and staff on nutrition-related topics
- Review and approve nutrition documentation for accuracy and compliance
Benefits
- Competitive salary (based on experience)
- Same Day Pay
- Supportive interdisciplinary leadership structure
- Opportunity to influence quality initiatives across multiple campuses
- Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401K, PTO, etc.)
- Stability within a growing healthcare organization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
