Registered Dietitian

Job Title: Registered Dietitian
Location: Modesto, CA 95350
Duration: 3 Months+ (possibility of extension)
 
Pay Rate: $55/hr. on W2
 
Shift: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
 
Job Summary:
The Registered Dietitian is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the nutrition services program in close collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). This role provides comprehensive nutrition care to participants, ensures regulatory compliance for menu planning and meal service delivery, and serves as a liaison between the organization and food and supplement service providers. The Registered Dietitian promotes organizational values, teamwork, and mission while supporting high-quality, participant-centered care.
 
Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments to identify participant needs, preferences, and goals
• Actively participate in IDT meetings and contribute to individualized care plan development
• Deliver and document nutrition interventions per physician orders and participant care plans, including special diets, meal intake monitoring, and nutrition counseling
• Oversee menu planning and meal delivery programs to ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and accuracy of special diets
• Coordinate and monitor nutritional supplements as ordered
• Provide training to day center staff on meal delivery and nutrition-related processes
• Collaborate with physicians and IDT members to support smooth care transitions across settings (hospital, SNF, home, etc.)
• Support intake and enrollment processes to ensure timely participant onboarding
• Monitor participant status and promptly communicate changes to the IDT
• Maintain compliance with scope of practice and legal authorization requirements
• Complete all documentation accurately and within required timeframes
• Maintain participant and organizational confidentiality in accordance with policies
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff meetings, and required trainings
• Communicate regularly with leadership regarding workload, priorities, and program needs
• Complete all mandated trainings and occupational health screenings on time
• Maintain flexibility in work assignments as business needs evolve
• Perform other duties as assigned

 
Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 4 years of experience managing nutrition services in a similar setting
• At least 1 year of experience working with frail or elderly populations
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop team members
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proven ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working with individuals from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Strong commitment to serving vulnerable senior populations

 
Preferred Skills & Experience:

• N/A