On-Site Registered Dietitian — Correctional Health (CA)

California Corrections; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

California Corrections in Stockton, CA, is seeking Registered Dietitians (RDs) to deliver nutrition care in a correctional healthcare setting. You will assess nutritional needs, develop individualized care plans, provide counseling, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires evidence-based nutrition care within a secure correctional environment and strict adherence to facility policies, with AM/PM shift opportunities and on-site service at multiple California locations.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential required.
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Experience in nutritional assessments and care plan development.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and medical nutrition therapy.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a secure correctional environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional assessments and evaluate patients' dietary needs.
• Develop individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide nutrition counseling and dietary education.
• Monitor nutritional status and adapt interventions.
• Document assessments, plans, and progress in EHR.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and mental health staff.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care meetings.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Nutrition care planning

Counseling & education

Medical record documentation

Team collaboration

Clinical nutrition knowledge

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD) credential

BLS certification (AHA)

Job description

California Corrections in Stockton, CA, is seeking Registered Dietitians (RDs) to deliver nutrition care in a correctional healthcare setting. You will assess nutritional needs, develop individualized care plans, provide counseling, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires evidence-based nutrition care within a secure correctional environment and strict adherence to facility policies, with AM/PM shift opportunities and on-site service at multiple California locations.