Registered Dietitian
Santa Cruz Post Acute, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Registered Dietitian (RD)
Santa Cruz Post Acute
Full‑Time | Benefitted Position
Starting at $55/hour DOE
Santa Cruz Post Acute is seeking a compassionate and clinically strong Registered Dietitian to join our interdisciplinary care team. This full‑time, benefitted role is ideal for a dietitian who is passionate about improving quality of life for post‑acute and long‑term care residents.
Position Summary
The Registered Dietitian is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing individualized nutrition care plans in accordance with federal, state, and facility regulations. You will collaborate closely with nursing, physicians, and therapy teams to support resident health, recovery, and wellness.
Key Responsibilities
Assess residents' nutritional needs and develop individualized care plans
Monitor nutritional status and modify interventions as needed
Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings
Ensure compliance with CMS, state, and facility nutrition standards
Provide nutrition education to residents, families, and staff
Document assessments and interventions accurately and timely
Qualifications
Registered Dietitian credential (RD/RDN) required
Current California license or eligibility for licensure
Experience in skilled nursing or post‑acute care preferred
Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑based environment
Compensation & Benefits
Starting at $55/hour, depending on experience (DOE)
Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision
Paid time off (PTO) & holidays
401(k) options
Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
Location
Santa Cruz, CA
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Santa Cruz Post Acute
Full‑Time | Benefitted Position
Starting at $55/hour DOE
Santa Cruz Post Acute is seeking a compassionate and clinically strong Registered Dietitian to join our interdisciplinary care team. This full‑time, benefitted role is ideal for a dietitian who is passionate about improving quality of life for post‑acute and long‑term care residents.
Position Summary
The Registered Dietitian is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing individualized nutrition care plans in accordance with federal, state, and facility regulations. You will collaborate closely with nursing, physicians, and therapy teams to support resident health, recovery, and wellness.
Key Responsibilities
Assess residents' nutritional needs and develop individualized care plans
Monitor nutritional status and modify interventions as needed
Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings
Ensure compliance with CMS, state, and facility nutrition standards
Provide nutrition education to residents, families, and staff
Document assessments and interventions accurately and timely
Qualifications
Registered Dietitian credential (RD/RDN) required
Current California license or eligibility for licensure
Experience in skilled nursing or post‑acute care preferred
Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑based environment
Compensation & Benefits
Starting at $55/hour, depending on experience (DOE)
Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision
Paid time off (PTO) & holidays
401(k) options
Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
Location
Santa Cruz, CA
#J-18808-Ljbffr