Part-Time Registered Dietitian

Jobtailor; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Registered Dietitian in Louisiana to guide medical nutrition therapy for patients in inpatient and outpatient settings. You will educate families and staff, document assessments, and collaborate with physicians to ensure high-quality, compliant care.

The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s in Food and Nutrition, RD credentials, and strong communication skills. A focus on accuracy, integrity, and teamwork is essential in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed as required by state.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food and Nutrition or related field.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards.
• Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software.
• Ability to interact with individuals of all backgrounds.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Demonstrate integrity, respect and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients, families, and facility staff on medical nutrition therapy.
• Build relationships with physicians and nurses to support patient satisfaction and quality care.
• Complete nutritional assessments and provide interventions using evidence-based practices.
• Provide education to patients, families, nursing, food service, and other facility staff.
• Document patient assessments, nutritional goals, and interventions in the medical record.
• Communicate with physicians and clinical staff on patients’ nutritional status.
• Manage physician orders for therapeutic diets and supplements.
• Attend patient rounds and maintain nutrition policies for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Nutritional Assessment

Evidence-Based Practices

Interpersonal Skills

Effective Communication

Attention to Detail

Self-Motivated

Regulatory Compliance

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food and Nutrition

Tools

Word Processing Software

Spreadsheet Software

Nutrition Software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Guide patients, families, and facility staff on all aspects of medical nutrition therapy
• Build relationships with physicians and nurses to support patient satisfaction and achieve quality care
• Complete nutritional assessments and provide interventions using evidence-based practices for inpatient and outpatient care
• Provide education to patients, families, nursing, food service, and other facility staff on nutritional needs
• Document patient assessments, nutritional goals, and interventions in the medical record
• Communicate with physicians and clinical staff on patients’ nutritional status
• Manage physician orders for therapeutic diets and supplements
• Attend patient rounds and maintain clinical nutrition policies to support regulatory compliance

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian with Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed dietitian as required per state regulations
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food and Nutrition or related field
• Knowledge of regulatory standards
• Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software
• Ability to interact with individuals of all backgrounds
• Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication
• Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
• Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
• Willingness to provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
• Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
• Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Medical Nutrition Therapy, providing evidence-based nutritional assessments and interventions for diverse patient populations. Strong communication skills facilitate collaboration with healthcare teams to enhance patient satisfaction and ensure regulatory compliance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Registered Dietitian
• Nutritional Assessment
• Evidence-Based Practices
• Regulatory Compliance
• Effective Communication

Hard Skills

• Nutritional Assessment
• Medical Nutrition Therapy
• Therapeutic Diet Management
• Nutritional Education
• Documentation in Medical Records

Soft Skills

• Service-Oriented Mentality
• Attention to Detail
• Self-Motivated
• Positive Demeanor
• Interpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian
• Commission of Dietetic Registration

Industry Keywords

• Regulatory Standards
• Patient Satisfaction
• Clinical Nutrition Policies
• COVID-19 Vaccination Compliance

Tools & Technologies

• Word Processing Software
• Spreadsheet Software
• Nutrition Software