Part-Time Hybrid Registered Dietitian

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

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Paid travel time

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Clinical Registered Dietitian for a part-time, hybrid role with a blend of on-site and remote work at a skilled nursing facility. The position offers 16-20 hours per week, with only one on-site visit weekly and travel time reimbursed at the hourly rate.

Compensation ranges from $32.00 to $40.00 per hour, depending on experience. The role emphasizes comprehensive nutritional assessments, care planning, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited program.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) with current credentialing.
• Current Pennsylvania state licensure/certification as required.
• Minimum 1 year clinical experience preferred.
• Skilled nursing or long-term care experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with residents, families, and healthcare teams.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to develop, implement, and monitor care plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments on new admissions and quarterly thereafter, with more frequent reviews for high-risk residents.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other care team members.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations (CMS DOH) and maintain documentation.
• Monitor resident weight changes weekly and/or monthly.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nutrition care and outcomes.
• Conduct monthly kitchen sanitation audits and document findings.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Care plan development

Patient education

Education

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN)

State licensure/certification (PA)

Tools

Electronic charting

Job description

Clinical Registered Dietitian Position - Part-Time/Hybrid

Company: RD Nutrition Consultants LLC

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).
• Maintain appropriate documentation.
• 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.