Registered Dietitian, RD

Full Time Registered Dietitian | Hybrid role, up to 40% remote l Open to Hours, Either 32–40 hours/week | .8 FTE – 1.0 FTE l No weekends, holidays, or on-call

The Dietitian position is responsible for resident nutrition care including menu development, modified diet textures and therapeutic needs of the resident’s nutrition status. This position is responsible for providing nutrition direction based on the individual care plan of each resident and complies with licensing guidelines, state and federal regulations, and follows established facility policies and procedures. This position is also responsible for assisting with the total food service operation for the facility by assisting with preparation, serving and clean-up as directed.

About Us:

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

Pay: The targeted salary range for this job is $61,000 - $80,000 Annually. Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Benefits: Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time team members including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.  

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Completes nutrition assessments, evaluates client health and diet needs, and documents in the medical record per charting standards. Participates with the care team for cohesive care of the resident.
2. Provides explanations for food and nutrition questions, calculates patient nutritional requirements and analyzes nutritional content of food. Educates residents and families on nutrition and healthy eating options.
3. Establishes proper meal plans for the client in accordance with their care plan, personal preference, health, and financial capabilities. Ensures quality meals are prepared, cooked, and served to residents, families, guests, and employees.
4. Assists in creating menus that enhance the dining experience for the people we serve to include menu extensions and the electronic menu system.
5. Integrates proper safety and sanitation techniques and audits the kitchen to ensure compliance with state and federal rules and guidelines.
6. Assists in meal preparation, serving, and clean-up as needed. Directs dining staff on portion sizes based on the resident nutritional needs. Supports all dining staff in a skilled setting.
7. Accommodates resident requests, as able, and responds to resident complaints promptly.
8. Monitors nutritional interventions and dining service outcomes and participates in quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Location: Hybrid, on-site with ability to work remote up to 40% remote

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
• 900 hours of supervised professional experience in nutrition and dietetics
• Maintains Registration and License in Minnesota by meeting the CEU requirements
• Certified Food Protection Manager in accordance with MN Department of Health or eligible within 90-days of hire
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Able to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to:  Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, Resident’s Bill of Rights, OSHA, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, Right to know, HUD Policy and Procedures, ADA, Fair Housing laws and regulations and SDS

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• Experience in senior care as a Registered Dietitian or Licensed Nutritionist