Lead Registered Dietitian

Lead Registered Dietitian

Brooklyn Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare | Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare is seeking an experienced Lead Registered Dietitian to oversee and direct nutritional services for our skilled nursing facility. This leadership role is responsible for clinical nutrition oversight, regulatory compliance, interdisciplinary collaboration, and supervision of dietary operations to ensure the highest standards of resident care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and clinical oversight of all nutrition services

• Assess and monitor residents’ nutritional status; develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans

• Provide nutrition recommendations to medical providers and interdisciplinary teams

• Oversee nutrition support related to weight changes, skin integrity, and specialized dietary needs

• Coordinate procurement of nutrition supplements and supplies with vendors and department leadership

• Monitor meal service to ensure compliance with prescribed diets and modifications

• Educate residents, families, and staff on nutrition principles and diet modifications

• Review and evaluate dietary care plans regularly for effectiveness and quality outcomes

• Participate in weekly interdisciplinary care plan meetings

• Collaborate closely with Speech-Language Pathology to ensure appropriate mechanically altered diets for residents with dysphagia

• Review and approve menu changes to ensure compliance with facility policy and state/federal regulations

• Update diet orders and menu changes in computerized menu systems

• Supervise and mentor dietary staff, promoting excellence in resident-centered care

• Conduct routine audits related to nutritional care, weight monitoring, and regulatory compliance

• Ensure full compliance with applicable state and federal nutrition regulations

• Maintain ongoing communication with interdisciplinary teams to support quality resident outcomes

Qualifications:

• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential required

• Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Thorough knowledge of state and federal regulatory requirements

• Proficiency with EMR systems and computerized menu software

About Us:
Brooklyn Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare is a state-of-the-art 281-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. Our modern campus features advanced therapy services and expansive outdoor spaces. As a recognized leader in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, we are committed to promoting health, dignity, and quality of life for every resident. Brooklyn Center is proud to be a member of Centers Health Care, the largest post-acute healthcare network in the Northeast.

EOE – M/F/D/V