Part-Time Registered Dietitian (75% remote)

RD Nutrition Consultants; Shakopee (MN); Remote; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Clinical Registered Dietitian for a part-time, hybrid role based in Shakopee, MN. The position emphasizes a flexible schedule with 75% remote telehealth work and one on-site visit per month, serving skilled nursing residents.

Responsibilities include comprehensive nutrition assessments, care plan development, education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and regulatory compliance with CMS/DOH.

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

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 CMS and DOH.
• Monitor residents' weight changes weekly and/or monthly to identify nutrition or hydration issues.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nutrition care and resident outcomes.
• Conduct monthly kitchen sanitation audits and document findings with corrective actions.
• Review and approve menu on a semi-annual basis to meet USDA guidelines.
• Perform other tasks as assigned within scope of practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Electronic charting

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics/Nutrition

Registered Dietitian (RD)

State licensure/certification

Job description

Posted On 08/20/2026

Job Information

Work Experience 1-3 years

Health Care

$35.00-$40.00/hr + Travel Time + mileage

City Shakopee

State/Province Minnesota

55379

Job Description

Clinical Registered Dietitian Position - Part-time/Hybrid (75% 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: 3-6hours per week, 75% completed remotely via telehealth

Flexibility: Choose your days and hours. 1 onsite visit per month.

Compensation:$35.00-$40.00 per hour, based on experience

Travel Compensation: Paid travel time to and from the facility

Mileage Reimbursement: Paid at the current federal mileage 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.