HOPEWEST·Grand Junction, Colorado
The Registered Dietitian provides comprehensive nutrition assessments, counseling, and care planning for PACE participants. They collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to manage disease-related nutrition concerns and ensure regulatory compliance.
Registered Dietitian (RD) PACE - $10,000 Sign On Bonus
Position located on-site in Grand Junction, CO
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
At HopeWest, we hold strong core values that are followed internally with staff as well as in the daily care of our patients & their loved ones. Employees of HopeWest are ambassadors that help continue our strong reputation in the communities we serve. If you want to feel honor and pride in the work that you do, while supporting a meaningful mission, come join our HopeWest Team!
The Registered Dietitian (RD) is responsible for providing comprehensive nutrition assessment, counseling, education, and care planning for participants and participants. The RD collaborates with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to promote optimal nutritional health, manage disease-related nutrition concerns, and support individualized care goals. This position develops and implements nutrition interventions, monitors outcomes, and ensures compliance with applicable regulatory and professional standards.
What is PACE?
PACE or Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly is a federal and state funded program that provides comprehensive, coordinated, and proactive whole-person care to help maintain and improve seniors’ health so they can live safely in their homes. There are 163 PACE programs, serving more than 72,000 participants in 32 states.
The number of people aged 55+ is increasing in Grand Junction, CO and the demand for eldercare professionals is on the rise. Apply today and take the next step to advance your career!
Master’s Degree in dietetics, nutrition or related field from an ACEND accredited institution OR Bachelor’s Degree if received prior to 2024.
ACEND-accredited supervised practice hours completed and passed the National Registration Examination for Dietitians required.
Minimum of one (1) year of clinical dietetics experience preferred.
Minimum of one (1) year experience working with older adult population required.
Current registration with the Commission on Dietetics Registration (CDR) required.
CPR Certification maintained throughout employment.
Strong Assessment, counseling, and patient education skills.
Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.
Proficiency with electronic medical records an standard computer applications.
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This position is open until filled.
Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in dietetics/nutrition, CDR registration, and CPR certification. Candidates must have at least one year of experience working with the older adult population.
Market context
Registered Dietitian openings in Colorado often center on long-term care, hospitals, and senior-focused settings, where demand is shaped by the need for nutrition support for older adults. These roles can be competitive because employers typically want a bachelor’s degree in nutrition or dietetics, RD registration, and at least one year of geriatric experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight elderly-care experience and readiness for interdisciplinary work.
