Part time

RD Nutrition Consultants, LLC; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Paid travel time

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC in Akron, OH is seeking a Clinical Registered Dietitian for a part-time hybrid role. You will conduct nutritional assessments, develop care plans, educate residents, and collaborate with the care team across CMS and DOH guidelines.

This position offers flexibility with 20 hours per week and a mix of on-site and remote work. Qualifications include a Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics, registration with the CDR, and state licensure (Pennsylvania license requirement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics or related field.
• Registered Dietitian with CDR certification.
• Current Pennsylvania state licensure/certification as required.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• Skilled nursing or long-term care experience preferred.
• Excellent communication with residents, families, and care teams.
• Ability to apply critical thinking for improvement plans.
• Familiarity with nutrition care regulations and CMS/DOH.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments for admissions and quarterly reviews.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists and care team.
• Ensure compliance with CMS/DOH regulations.
• Monitor weight changes weekly or monthly and identify nutrition needs.
• Support quality improvement initiatives in nutrition care.
• Conduct monthly kitchen sanitation audits and document findings.
• Review and approve menus semi-annually to meet guidelines.
• Perform other tasks within scope of practice as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Nutrition education

Assessment & monitoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics

Registered Dietitian (CDR)

PA state licensure (as required)

Tools

Electronic charting systems

Job description

Akron, United States | Posted on 10/21/2026

Clinical Registered Dietitian Position – Part-Time/Hybrid

Overview: RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is excited to offer an opportunity for a Clinical Registered Dietitian to join our team. This role allows flexibility and a balanced blend of in-person and remote work, ensuring our patients receive the best care while our team enjoys work-life harmony.

Facility Type: Skilled Nursing

Schedule:20 hours/week, only 1-2 on-site visits required per week.

Flexibility: Choose your days and hours. This is a hybrid position with a combination of on-site and remote work.

Compensation: $32.00–$40.00 per hour, based on experience

Travel Reimbursement: Travel time to and from the facility is paid at the same hourly rate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments on new admissions and quarterly thereafter, with more frequent reviews as needed for high-risk residents.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling as needed.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations, including those related to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Department of Health (DOH).
• Monitor residents for changes in weight weekly and/or monthly to identify potential changes in nutrition or hydration status.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nutrition care services and resident outcomes as needed.
• Conduct monthly kitchen sanitation audits, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.
• Review and approve menus on a semi-annual basis to ensure they meet applicable guidelines.
• 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.
• Current Pennsylvania state licensure/certification as required.
• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience preferred.
• Skilled nursing or long-term care experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with residents, families, and healthcare teams.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to a variety of situations, assess objectives, and develop, implement, and monitor effective plans for improvement.
• Proficiency in providing general nutrition interventions.
• Familiarity with state survey processes and nutrition care regulations.
• Competency in electronic charting systems.

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is a leading Registered Dietitian Nutritionist consulting firm that provides Dietitians to healthcare facilities across the United States. We offer competitive wages, flexible work schedules, paid travel time, mileage reimbursement, and a supportive work environment.

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is an equal opportunity employer.