Registered Dietitian (100% remote)

RD Nutrition Consultants; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants is looking for a Clinical Registered Dietitian for a flexible part-time role. This position involves remote work through telehealth and key responsibilities include nutrition assessments and personalized care plans. Candidates must have a degree in nutrition, Illinois licensing, and several years of clinical experience.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with Illinois state licensure required.
• Minimum 2-3 years of recent clinical experience in an acute care setting.
• Proficiency in enteral and parenteral nutrition support.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients at risk.
• Develop and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
• Collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition

Job description

Clinical Registered Dietitian Position -Part-Time(100% Remote)

Company: RD Nutrition Consultants LLC

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: Acute Care
Schedule: 12hrs/week, 100% remote via telehealth

Flexibility: Choose your days and hours. Hours are completed remotely via telehealth.

Compensation: $30.00-$36.00 per hour, based on experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients identified at nutritional risk, adhering to facility policies and procedures
  
• Develop, implement and monitor individualized and evidence-based nutrition care plans for patients with complex medical conditions
  
• Offer nutrition education and counseling to patients and families regarding acute disease management, discharge planning, and prevention of readmission.
  
• Proactively collaborate and communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, speech-language pathologists, case managers, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to optimize patient outcomes and facilitate timely discharge.
  
• Ensure compliance with all hospital policies, regulatory standards (e.g., TJC, CMS), and best practice guidelines for acute care nutrition.
  
• Maintain thorough and timely electronic medical record documentation in a fast-paced environment, reflecting medical necessity and intervention effectiveness.
  
• Routinely monitor patients for acute changes in weight, labs, fluid status, and clinical condition, adjusting nutrition interventions promptly.
  
• Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical rounds etc to enhance nutrition care services and overall patient safety within the acute care setting.
  
• Serve as a nutrition expert and resource for hospital staff, contributing to staff education and development.
  
• 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 (RD/RDN).
  
• Current/active Illinois state licensure is required
  
• Minimum of 2-3 years of recent clinical experience in an acute care hospital setting (required).
  
• Demonstrated experience managing patients with diverse, complex medical conditions.
  
• Proficiency in enteral and parenteral nutrition support.
  
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and high-performing healthcare teams in high-pressure situations.
  
• Possesses superior critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities to assess rapidly changing objectives, develop, and implement effective, time-sensitive plans.
  
• Strong familiarity with acute care workflows, electronic health records (EHR), and regulatory standards relevant to hospital accreditation.
  
• Ability to work autonomously and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
  

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.

Interested candidates, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

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