Part-Time Registered Dietitian (90% remote)

RD Nutrition Consultants; Ruidoso (NM); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Remote work option

Travel time compensation

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a part-time Clinical Registered Dietitian to join our team in a hybrid role (90% remote). 15-20 hours weekly with one onsite visit per month, and travel time compensation. Compensation ranges from $32.00 to $38.00 per hour based on experience.

Responsibilities include nutrition assessments, care plan development, education, and collaboration with the care team, while ensuring CMS/DOH compliance and USDA menu alignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field.
• 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 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 on admissions and quarterly thereafter.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Ensure compliance with CMS and DOH regulations.
• Monitor resident weight changes weekly/monthly.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance care.
• Conduct monthly kitchen sanitation audits and document findings.
• Review and approve menus to meet USDA guidelines.

Skills

Clinical nutrition

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Regulatory knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Dietetics degree

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Work Experience 1-3 years

Health Care

$32.00-$38.00/hr + Travel Time

City Ruidoso

State/Province New Mexico

88345

Job Information

Job Description

Clinical Registered Dietitian Position - Part-time/Hybrid (90% 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: 15-20 hours per week (90% remote)

Flexibility: Choose your days and hours. 1 onsite visit per month. The rest of the hours can be completed remotely.

Compensation:$32.00-$38.00 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