Part-Time Registered Dietitian (50% remote)

RD Nutrition Consultants; Hayward (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Clinical Registered Dietitian for a part-time, hybrid role (50% remote) in Hayward, CA. The position offers flexible scheduling with 1-2 onsite visits weekly and travel time compensation.

You will conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, develop care plans, educate patients, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team while ensuring CMS/DOH compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics from an accredited program.
• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Current state licensure/certification (if mandated).
• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience (preferred).
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to develop and monitor improvement plans.
• Proficiency in providing general nutrition interventions.
• Familiarity with state survey processes and nutrition regulations.
• Competency in electronic charting systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments for new 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 other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Ensure compliance with CMS and DOH regulations.
• Monitor weight changes weekly/monthly to assess nutrition status.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nutrition care and resident outcomes.
• Conduct monthly kitchen sanitation audits and document findings.
• Review and approve menu to meet USDA guidelines.
• Perform other tasks within scope as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Critical thinking

Nutrition assessment and care planning

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

State licensure/certification

Tools

Electronic charting systems

Job description

Job Information

Work Experience 1-3 years

Health Care

$40.00-$45.00/hr + Travel Time

City Hayward

State/Province California

94544

Job Description

Clinical Registered Dietitian Position - Part-time/Hybrid (50% Remote)

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 a work-life harmony.

Facility Type: Skilled Nursing

Schedule: 24 hours per week (50% remote)

Flexibility: Choose your days and hours. 1-2 onsite visits per week. The rest of the hours can be completed remotely.

Compensation:$40.00-$45.00 per hour, based on experience

Travel Compensation: Paid travel time to and from the facility at 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 all 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 menu on a semi-annual basis to ensure it meets USDA 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 state licensure/certification (if mandated by the state)
• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience (preferred).
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Possesses the ability to apply critical thinking to a variety of situations, assess objectives, develop and implement and monitor effective plans for improvement.
• Proficiency in providing general nutrition interventions.
• Familiarity with state survey processes and adhering to nutrition care regulations
• Competency in electronic charting systems

About RD Nutrition Consultants, LLC:

We are a nationally recognized Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Consulting firm. At RD Nutrition Consultants, our focus is on ensuring healthcare facilities across the U.S. have access to top-tier dietitian services. Our consultants are provided with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and the chance to make a real difference in the healthcare community.

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is an equal opportunity employer