Dietitian - Corrections

Health Advocates Network, Inc.; Crescent City, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 151,536,000 - 172,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CEUs

Marketplace discounts

Hotel savings

Pet insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) retirement plan

Travel stipends

Job summary

Health Advocates Network, Inc. seeks a Registered Dietitian (RD) in Crescent City, CA. The role involves delivering high-quality nutrition care in a correctional healthcare setting, starting 4/27/2026 for a 13-week contract. Shift is Mon-Fri, 7 a.m.–3:30 p.m., with competitive benefits.

Requires CA license/certification, RD credential, and at least 1 year of RD experience. This contract offers pay at $56/hour (1099) with benefits and travel stipends where applicable.

Qualifications

• Must have CA license and RD credential in good standing.
• CDR/PSV verification may be required.
• BLS or equivalent certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy (MNT).
• Counsel patients and families on nutrition, disease management, and healthy lifestyle choices.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

MNT counseling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR documentation

Regulatory compliance

Staff education

Education

CA RD license

Registered Dietitian (RD)

CDR/PSV verification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Registered Dietician -Crescent City, CA

Pay Rate: $56*1099

Join our team and make a meaningful impact by delivering exceptional care in a professional healthcare setting. We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional who is committed to providing high-quality patient care.

New to correctional healthcare? Join a dedicated team delivering high-quality patient care in a safe, secure, and professionally managed correctional setting.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Exclusive Employee Benefits - Enjoy free continuing education (CEUs) exclusive marketplace discounts, hotel savings, pet insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.

Shift:Mon.-Fri.; 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m

Start Date:4/27/2026

Contract length: 13 weeks

Registered Dietitian (RD) Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and develop individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy for patients across various clinical settings.
• Counsel patients and families on nutrition, disease management, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Monitor patient progress and modify nutrition interventions as appropriate.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
• Interpret laboratory values and clinical data to support nutrition recommendations.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and facility nutrition standards and regulations.
• Educate healthcare staff on nutrition-related best practices as needed.
• Support quality improvement and patient education initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current, valid, and unrestricted CA license/certification in good standing, as required for the position.
• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Dietitian.
• Must be a Registered Dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics or Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Copy of current, completed Primary Source Verification (PSV) from the appropriate licensing board or verification agency, if required.
• Copy of all current required certifications and compliance documents (e.g.,. BLS, N95 fit test, immunization records, TB test, or other client-specific requirements).

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance (eligibility begins after 60 days)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Travel Stipends for Qualified Candidates

For questions about this opportunity, please contact Michelle at [phone], Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM PST.