Correctional Dietitian: Impactful Nutrition in CA Prisons

Ro Health, LLC; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health coverage

401K

Job summary

Ro Health is hiring a Registered Dietitian for a California State Prison position, located in Corcoran or Delano. This in-person role runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, supporting inmate nutrition and care.

You will assess dietary needs, design individualized meal plans, monitor dining operations, and coordinate with healthcare teams to ensure dietary guidelines are met and documented.

Qualifications

• No experience required but 6 months preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional assessments of inmates to determine dietary needs and restrictions
• Develop personalized meal plans for inmates based on their health conditions, dietary requirements, and preferences
• Monitor food service operations to ensure compliance with dietary guidelines and regulations
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to plan and modify menus to meet nutritional standards
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to inmates on topics such as healthy eating habits, disease management, and weight management
• Evaluate food quality, portion sizes, and meal presentation to ensure adherence to nutritional guidelines
• Review and analyze inmate medical records to assess nutritional risks and develop appropriate interventions
• Work closely with healthcare professionals, such as doctors and nurses, to coordinate care for inmates with special dietary needs or medical conditions
• Stay updated on the latest research and developments in nutrition and dietetics to provide evidence-based recommendations
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to nutritional assessments, interventions, and outcomes for each inmate.

Job description

Ro Health is hiring a Registered Dietitian for a California State Prison position, located in Corcoran or Delano. This in-person role runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, supporting inmate nutrition and care.

You will assess dietary needs, design individualized meal plans, monitor dining operations, and coordinate with healthcare teams to ensure dietary guidelines are met and documented.