Clinical Registered Dietitian - Part-Time, 80% Remote

RD Nutrition Consultants, LLC; Elizabethtown (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Clinical Registered Dietitian for a part-time (80% remote) role in Elizabethtown, KY. The position blends in-person and telehealth work, with 12-15 hours weekly and one onsite visit per week to support skilled nursing patients with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

The role requires a Registered Dietitian with 2-3 years of acute-care experience, proficiency in enteral/parenteral nutrition, and current state licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field.
• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (RD/RDN).
• Current state licensure/certification (if mandated by the state).
• Minimum of 2-3 years of recent clinical experience in an acute care hospital setting (required).
• Proficiency in enteral and parenteral nutrition support.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients identified at nutritional risk, adhering to facility policies and procedures.
• Develop, implement and monitor individualized and evidence-based nutrition care plans for patients with complex medical conditions.
• Offer nutrition education and counseling to patients and families regarding acute disease management, discharge planning, and prevention of readmission.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and care team to optimize patient outcomes and timely discharge.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards (e.g., TJC, CMS), and guidelines for acute care nutrition.
• Maintain thorough and timely electronic medical record keeping.
• Routinely monitor patients for weight changes, labs, fluid status, and clinical condition; adjust interventions as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical rounds to enhance care and patient safety.
• Serve as nutrition expert and resource for hospital staff and education.

Skills

Dietetics degree

Registered Dietitian

State licensure

Clinical experience

Enteral/parenteral nutrition

EHR proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics

Job description

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Clinical Registered Dietitian for a part-time (80% remote) role in Elizabethtown, KY. The position blends in-person and telehealth work, with 12-15 hours weekly and one onsite visit per week to support skilled nursing patients with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

The role requires a Registered Dietitian with 2-3 years of acute-care experience, proficiency in enteral/parenteral nutrition, and current state licensure.