--- title: Dietitian at Excelsior Care Group in Queens, NY description: Excelsior Care Group is hiring for the Dietitian role in Queens, NY. Pays $40–$45 per hour. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/dietitian-at-excelsior-care-group-01a0ee1b-6dcf-7d73-84b9-3641c56c39bc date: 2026-11-14T10:57:00Z og_description: Join Excelsior Care Group as Dietitian in Queens, NY. Pays $40–$45 per hour. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/kp5nys.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Excelsior Care Group | | **Location** | Queens, NY | | **Salary** | $45/hr - $48/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Sep 29, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** B · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Excelsior Care Group. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Excelsior Care Group. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $88,000 – $99,000 a year (median $94,000). ## Description **Facility:** Union Plaza Care Center **Location:** Queens, NY **Shift:** Full-Time | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Salary:** $45–$48 per hour ### **Join Our Team as a Registered Dietitian** Union Plaza Care Center is seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate **Dietitian** to join our team. **We are open to entry-level candidates and new graduates** who are eager to begin their careers in long-term care and make a meaningful impact on resident health and wellness. In this role, you will support high-quality nutritional care while working collaboratively with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary care team. ### **Key Responsibilities** - Assess residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and nutritional risks - Develop, review, and implement individualized dietary care plans using the Resident Assessment Instrument (MDS) - Coordinate food service activities with nursing, environmental services, social services, and activities departments - Ensure menus and therapeutic diets align with physician orders and regulatory requirements - Supervise dietary staff to maintain quality, safety, and efficiency - Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and dietary records - Participate in state and federal surveys and implement corrective actions as needed - Provide nutritional education to residents and families - Ensure appropriate substitute meals of equal nutritional value are provided when needed - Maintain HIPAA compliance and uphold residents’ rights at all times - Attend facility meetings and interdisciplinary committees ### **Qualifications** - Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited institution - **Entry-level candidates and new graduates are welcome to apply** - Strong knowledge of nutrition principles and diet therapy - Interest in long-term care, skilled nursing, and geriatric nutrition - Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills - Ability to work effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members - Experience with **Sigma Care** and **Geri Menu** is preferred but not required ### **Requirements** - Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field - Strong interest in providing quality nutritional care to residents - Willingness to learn and grow within a skilled nursing environment - Previous SNF or acute care experience is a plus, but **not required** ### **Benefits** - Comprehensive Medical & Dental Coverage - Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - 401(k) Retirement Plan - 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