Registered Dietitian

Life Care Center of Hilo • Hilo, HI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Life Care Center of Hilo is seeking a Registered Dietitian to plan modified diets as requested by attending physicians, provide oversight for the food services department, and conduct nutritional assessments for patients in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The facility has received numerous accolades, including U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for 2026, a 4.8 Google Star Rating, and "800 Club" membership in 2025 for high performance on Reputation.com. They emphasize having no agency staff in the building and a 5-star CMS Quality Measures rating. A Certified Dietary Manager/Diet Technician is also on staff. A relocation bonus may be available, and there are opportunities for upward growth. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including parental leave, 401k, and health insurance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in dietetics or related program approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Currently registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Meet licensure or certification per State requirements.
• Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• Registered with American Dietetic Association.
• Prior experience in nutritional assessment and planning.
• Two (2) years’ experience in a health care facility.
• Familiar with standards of practice used in the assessment of geriatric patients.
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility.
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department.
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation.
• Maintain professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures.
• Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.

Nice To Haves

• Prior post acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans modified diets as requested by attending physician.
• Provides oversight for the food services department.
• Provides nutritional assessments for patients as needed in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
• Consults with patient and family concerning nutrition needs and goals.
• Checks menu plans to ensure they meet nutritional needs of patients and to ensure quality food service standards.
• Plans modified diets for patients as requested by attending physician.
• Inputs dietary information accurately and in a timely manner (i.e., patient charting, dietary database).
• Participates in Interdisciplinary Patient Care meetings involving nutrition.
• Assists with other food service duties as required.
• Exhibits excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assists in the evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrates dependable, regular attendance.
• Concentrates and uses reasoning skills and good judgment.
• Communicates and functions productively on an interdisciplinary team.
• Sits, stands, bends, lifts, pushes, pulls, stoops, walks, reaches, and moves intermittently during working hours.
• Reads, writes, speaks, and understands the English language.

Benefits

• Relocation bonus available when applicable
• Opportunity for upward growth
• Comprehensive benefits package including parental leave, 401k, health insurance, & more!
• Generous PTO accrual

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level