Registered Dietitian

Elderwood•Cheektowaga, NY

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Elderwood at Cheektowaga is seeking a compassionate and clinically strong Registered Dietitian to join our interdisciplinary team within our skilled nursing and rehabilitation community. This role is an opportunity to directly impact the health, recovery, comfort, and quality of life of our residents through individualized nutritional care planning, clinical collaboration, and resident-centered support. If you are passionate about geriatric nutrition, enjoy building relationships with residents and care teams, and thrive in a collaborative healthcare environment - we encourage you to apply. Mission-driven organization focused on People Caring for People Collaborative interdisciplinary clinical environment Opportunity to work closely with residents and families Supportive leadership and operational teams Meaningful work serving geriatric and rehabilitation populations Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

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
Long-term care, rehabilitation, or geriatric experience preferred
Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
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
Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level

Responsibilities

Conduct nutrition assessments for long-term care and rehabilitation residents
Develop and monitor individualized nutrition care plans
Provide nutrition counseling and education to residents and families
Collaborate with Nursing, Dining Services, Therapy, and medical providers
Help ensure regulatory compliance and nutritional best practices
Support overall resident wellness and quality outcomes
Complete nutrition assessments and reassessments for residents
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