Job Description

Registered Dietitian (PACE Program)

Bronx, NY (4 days/week) + White Plains, NY (1 day/week)

Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Contract (6-month LOA coverage with potential extension)

Pay Range: $42 - $46/hour (negotiable DOE)

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and clinically strong Registered Dietitian to join a PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) team. In this role, you’ll provide comprehensive nutrition assessments, care planning, and ongoing support to a frail and elderly population. You’ll collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team (IDT) to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across clinic, community, and home settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing nutrition assessments (in-person and via telehealth) to evaluate participants’ nutritional status
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans , including therapeutic diets and clinical recommendations
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate comprehensive care
• Monitor participant progress, outcomes, and adjust care plans as needed
• Provide nutrition counseling and education to participants, caregivers, and families
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation in accordance with PACE and regulatory standards
• Track and manage participant dietary needs, including allergies, restrictions, and preferences
• Evaluate and coordinate needs for home-delivered meals and nutritional supplements
• Participate in IDT meetings, care planning sessions, and quality improvement initiatives
• Support center-based programming including nutrition groups, cooking demos, and educational workshops
• Conduct meal observations and partner with site staff to optimize dining services
• Act as a liaison with community resources and agencies to support participant needs

Qualifications

Education & Credentials:

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or related field
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration
• Certified Dietitian Nutritionist (CDN) – New York State

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of clinical nutrition experience
• Experience working with geriatric or frail populations preferred
• Home care or community-based experience a plus

Skills & Attributes

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Adaptability, flexibility, and problem-solving mindset
• Proficiency with documentation and basic computer systems

Why Join

• Make a meaningful impact serving a vulnerable, underserved population
• Collaborative, mission-driven interdisciplinary team environment
• Blend of clinical care, community engagement, and education
• Opportunity to expand experience in PACE and geriatric nutrition

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