Registered Dietitian (100% Remote)

RD Nutrition Consultants; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to join our network of clinicians. This remote, telehealth role focuses on delivering high-quality patient care across acute care settings.

You will perform nutrition assessments, develop evidence-based care plans, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the care team to optimize outcomes and readmission prevention. Minimum 2–3 years acute care experience required; RD certification and licensure expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics or related field
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) credential
• Current state licensure/certification if required by state
• Minimum 2–3 years of clinical experience in acute care hospital setting
• Proficiency in enteral and parenteral nutrition support
• Strong communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients at nutritional risk
• Develop and monitor individualized nutrition care plans
• Provide nutrition education and counseling for acute disease management and discharge planning
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and case managers to optimize outcomes
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
• Maintain timely EHR documentation reflecting interventions and outcomes
• Monitor weight, labs, fluid status, and clinical condition for timely interventions
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff education
• Serve as nutrition expert and resource for hospital staff

Skills

Registered Dietitian

Nutrition assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to join our network of exceptional clinicians. You will have the ongoing support of our dedicated team, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality patient care

Facility Type: Acute Care

Schedule: 40 hours per week, 100% completed remotely via telehealth. Monday through Friday, no weekends nor holidays.

Annual Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 depending on experience

• Affordable Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)

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 state licensure/certification (if mandated by the state).
• 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.

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is a leading Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Consulting firm that provides Dietitians to healthcare facilities across the United States. We offer competitive wages, flexible work schedules, and a supportive work environment.

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is an equal opportunity employer