Part time

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid travel time

Mileage reimbursement

Supportive work environment

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Clinical Registered Dietitian for a hybrid role combining on-site and remote work. The position involves 16-20 hours per week with one on-site visit per week, in a skilled nursing setting.

Compensation is $32.00–$40.00 per hour based on experience, with paid travel time and mileage reimbursement. The successful candidate will conduct nutritional assessments, develop care plans, provide education, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field.
• 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 interaction with residents, families, and healthcare teams.

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 CMS and DOH regulations.
• Monitor residents’ weight changes weekly and/or monthly.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nutrition care services and resident outcomes.
• Conduct monthly kitchen sanitation audits and review menus for guidelines compliance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Critical thinking

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Current Pennsylvania state licensure/certification

Tools

Electronic charting systems

Job description

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

16-20 hours/week, only 1 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.