Full Time Registered Dietitian

RD Nutrition Consultants; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Benefits

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Clinical Registered Dietitian to join our team in Palmdale, CA. This full-time role offers 32-40 hours per week with flexible days/hours and hourly compensation of $50.00–$55.00, plus benefits and mileage reimbursement.

Responsibilities include comprehensive nutrition assessments, evidence-based care planning, patient education, and collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other care team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field.
• RD/RDN registration.
• 1-3 years of recent clinical experience in acute care.
• Experience with enteral and parenteral nutrition.
• Strong communication in high-pressure teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients at nutritional risk.
• Develop and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide nutrition education to patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and other care team members.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation.
• Monitor patient weight, labs and fluid status; adjust plans accordingly.
• Participate in quality improvement and staff education.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Care planning

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EHR proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Full time | RD Nutrition Consultants | United States

Posted On 11/11/2026

Job Information

Work Experience 1-3 years

Health Care

$50.00-$55.00/hr

City Palmdale

State/Province California

93550

Job Description

Clinical Registered Dietitian Position Full-Time

Overview:

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is excited to offer an opportunity for a Clinical Registered Dietitian to join our team.

Schedule:

32-40 hours/week, days/hours can be flexible

Compensation:

$50.00- $55.00 per hour, based experience + benefits and mileage reimbursement

Key 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.
• Proactively collaborate and communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, speech-language pathologists, case managers, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to optimize patient outcomes and facilitate timely discharge.
• Ensure compliance with all hospital policies, regulatory standards (e.g., TJC, CMS), and best practice guidelines for acute care nutrition.
• Maintain t horough and timely electronic medical record documentation in a fast-paced environment, reflecting medical necessity and intervention effectiveness.
• Routinely monitor patients for acute changes in weight, labs, fluid status, and clinical condition, adjusting nutrition interventions promptly.
• Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical rounds etc to enhance nutrition care services and overall patient safety within the acute care setting.
• Serve as a nutrition expert and resource for hospital staff, contributing to staff education and development.
• Perform other tasks as assigned and within scope of practice as needed

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited program.
• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (RD/RDN).
• Minimum of 1-3 years of recent clinical experience in an acute care hospital setting (required).
• Demonstrated experience managing patients with diverse, complex medical conditions.
• Proficiency in enteral and parenteral nutrition support.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and high-performing healthcare teams in high-pressure situations.
• Possesses superior critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities to assess rapidly changing objectives, develop, and implement effective, time-sensitive plans.
• Strong familiarity with acute care workflows, electronic health records (EHR), and regulatory standards relevant to hospital accreditation.
• Ability to work autonomously and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.

About RD Nutrition Consultants, LLC:

We are a nationally recognized Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Consulting firm. At RD Nutrition Consultants, our focus is on ensuring healthcare facilities across the U.S. have access to top-tier dietitian services. Our consultants are provided with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and the chance to make a real difference in the healthcare community.