A Dietitian or Nutritionist provides clients with advice on healthy eating, and helps to plan nutritional menus. Works with individuals who have specific dietary needs, such as hospital patients, or oversees food programs in schools, hospitals, and other large organizations. May work in a community setting or non-profit, governmental, or public health organization, offering nutritional advice to specific groups of people.
Forefront is dedicated to enhancing lives through exceptional culinary and support services. As a leader on our team, you play a vital role in driving operational success within a healthcare environment. Through our core values Tenacity, Integrity, Creativity, Service Excellence, Safety, and Caring, you will lead teams, ensure high-quality service delivery, and help create a clean, safe, and healing environment for all. If you are passionate about leading people, developing teams, and making a meaningful impact, we invite you to join us.
Why You'll Love Leading With Us:
Supportive Culture:
Collaborate with a leadership team that values input, accountability, and continuous improvement
Growth-Focused:
Access to leadership development, Lean Six Sigma opportunities, and career advancement pathways
Comprehensive Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), pet insurance, and unlimited PTO The Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is responsible for leading all clinical nutrition services within assigned communities, ensuring residents, patients, and clients receive safe, nutritionally appropriate, and high-quality meal programs aligned with medical, regulatory, and wellness standards. This role partners closely with Culinary, Nursing, Operations, and Leadership teams to support clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, resident satisfaction, and overall wellness outcomes. This Dietitian will support three locations in Hyattsville, Washington D.C. and Baltimore. Clinical Nutrition & Resident Care Conduct nutrition assessments, develop care plans, and provide ongoing monitoring for residents/patients Ensure therapeutic diets are implemented accurately and consistently Provide nutrition counseling to residents, families, and care teams as appropriate Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and clinical rounds Monitor nutrition-related indicators including weight changes, intake, labs, and hydration Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations (CMS, state health departments, etc.) Maintain compliance with survey readiness, audits, and documentation standards Develop and maintain nutrition policies, procedures, and documentation standards Support corrective action plans related to nutrition, food service, and clinical compliance Menu Development & Culinary Collaboration Partner with culinary leadership to develop menus that meet nutritional, regulatory, and therapeutic standards Review and approve menus, recipes, and nutritional analysis Ensure special diets, allergies, and texture-modified diets are safely and appropriately managed Support resident-centered dining initiatives and wellness-focused programs Training & Education Provide training and education to culinary, nursing, and caregiving teams on: Therapeutic diets Food allergies and intolerances Dysphagia and texture-modified diets Hydration and malnutrition prevention Support ongoing competency development for food service teams Performance Improvement & Data Management Track and report nutrition-related quality indicators Participate in QAPI / Performance Improvement initiatives Support audits, documentation reviews, and quality improvement projects Travel Travel is expected and may include day trips or overnight travel by car or plane. Salary $45 to $55 per hour Other Responsible for acting in conformance with all facility and departmental policies and procedures including those relating to Human Resources, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Health and Safety regulations, Compliance requirements, Patient Rights, Confidentiality, and HIPAA. Responsible for acting in conformance with accrediting agency standards. Attends department meetings as required. Demonstrates accountability to accept responsibility for personal/professional growth and any required certification/licenses, if applicable. Completes mandatory training and competencies annually. This is an exempt salaried position, with expected hours to include: days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Forefront will not discriminate based on race, color, sex, height, weight, disability, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, military service, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or any other protected class in its hiring practices, conditions for transfer or promotion, policies, discipline, discharge, terms, conditions or benefits of employment.
Requirements:
Bachelors degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field required (Masters preferred) Experience in senior living, long-term care, hospital, or healthcare setting preferred Strong knowledge of CMS, state, and regulatory nutrition requirements Excellent communication, organization, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills Licensed or eligible for licensure in the applicable state(s) Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
