Contract Dietitian - Hospice Nutrition, Flexible Schedule

Snowline Health; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Supportive team environment

Mission-driven work

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Snowline Health is seeking a Contract Dietitian to provide expert medical nutrition therapy for hospice and palliative patients. You will perform nutrition assessments, formulate care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support compassionate, patient-centered care.

The role requires an RD/RDN with California licensure and 2+ years of clinical nutrition experience, preferably in hospice settings.

Qualifications

• RD/RDN credential required.
• Current California licensure.
• Minimum of two years of clinical nutrition experience, hospice/palliative/home health preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with flexible scheduling.
• Knowledge of hospice/palliative nutrition practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and develop individualized care plans for patients in hospice and palliative care.
• Provide dietary counseling and education to patients, caregivers, and staff.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team to align nutrition with overall patient care goals.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust nutrition recommendations as needed.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and best practices in medical nutrition therapy.
• Document patient interactions and care plans in electronic medical records in a timely manner.
• Stay current with evidence-based guidelines in hospice nutrition.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient education

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD) or RD Nutritionist (RDN) credential

California state licensure

Job description

Snowline Health is seeking a Contract Dietitian to provide expert medical nutrition therapy for hospice and palliative patients. You will perform nutrition assessments, formulate care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support compassionate, patient-centered care.

The role requires an RD/RDN with California licensure and 2+ years of clinical nutrition experience, preferably in hospice settings.