Registered Dietitian

Dietitians On Demand; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premier pay rates

Free continuing education

Corporate liability insurance

W2 employment status

Work-life balance

Nutrition Care Manual access

401K and health insurance benefits after duration

Job summary

A national staffing company for dietitians is looking for a licensed dietitian in Westminster, Maryland. The role involves clinical duties in a long-term care facility, including assessing nutritional needs, developing care plans, and attending interdisciplinary meetings. Candidates must have at least one year of long-term care experience or relevant internship rotations and be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Competitive pay and flexible working conditions are offered in this contracted position.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of long-term care dietitian experience or relevant clinical internship rotations.
• Ability to assess and document nutritional needs per facility policies.
• Develop care plans tailored to residents' nutrition problems.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document the nutritional needs of each resident.
• Develop nutrition care plans identifying problems and goals.
• Represent the nutrition department in interdisciplinary meetings.

Skills

Clinical experience in long-term care

Understanding of State and Federal Regulations

Experience with electronic charting

Knowledge of MDS 3.0 Section K

Education

Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Current Maryland state license

Job description

Starting at $44 per hour

30-40 hours/week, starting ASAP, 30‑day notice to end assignment

100 LTC facility

Travel or mileage may be possible depending on location

Preferred schedule: 3 weekdays required (Mon - Fri)

LTC experience required

Clinical duties only

Located in Westminster, MD, perfect position for Maryland‑licensed dietitian interested in LTC opportunity.

Key Duties

• Assess and document the nutritional needs of each resident in accordance with facility policies and procedures
• Develop a plan of care that identifies the nutrition problems/needs of the resident and goals to be accomplished for each problem/need identified
• Represent the nutrition department at interdisciplinary meetings, such as daily stand‑up, wound and weight, QAPI, MDS and care plan meetings
• Experience with electronic charting and the Nutrition Care Process
• Works cooperatively with food service staff to ensure conformance to diet order and recommend diet changes as appropriate to improve resident’s nutritional status
• Understanding of the State and Federal Regulations associated with the industry
• Thorough knowledge of MDS 3.0 Section K and Patient‑Driven Payment Model (PDPM)
• Demonstrates accountability for the proper use of patients’ protected health information
• At least one year of long‑term care dietitian experience OR heavy long‑term care clinical internship rotations

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Must be registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration
• Current Maryland state license is required

If you’re looking for better work‑life balance, consider consulting. Our team of recruiters expertly matches dietitians to opportunities that best suit their abilities and schedule. Dietitians On Demand is a dietitian‑focused staffing company with a national footprint. We understand dietitians are essential members of the healthcare team, and we pay you accordingly. This is a contracted temporary position where you’ll work for Dietitians On Demand at one of our client sites.

Perks of being a Dietitians On Demand employee include:

• Premier pay rates
• Free continuing education
• Corporate liability insurance
• W2 employment status
• Work‑life balance by choosing when and where you work
• Nutrition Care Manual access
• Opportunity to earn 401K and health insurance benefits based on employment duration

Candidates must successfully complete a thorough pre‑hire screening process, including but not limited to: phone screen, background check, drug screen, reference and credential check, clinical competency assessment, and tuberculosis screening. Immunization titers and fingerprinting, as needed.

Interested? Apply online or contact Sarah at [e-mail]

If this position isn’t a good fit for you but may be for a colleague, refer them! You’ll qualify for a referral bonus: https://dietitiansondemand.com/referrals/