Registered Dietitian - 30% Remote

RD Nutrition Consultants; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 55,104 - 61,992; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible work schedules

Supportive work environment

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to join our network of clinicians. This part-time, hybrid role offers 8-16 hours per week with 30% remote telehealth, and 1-2 short onsite visits weekly at a skilled nursing facility in Sacramento, CA.

You will conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, develop care plans, provide counseling, and collaborate with physicians and nurses while ensuring CMS/DOH compliance.

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.
• Competency in electronic charting systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments on new 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 other members of the care team.
• Ensure compliance with CMS/DOH regulations.
• Monitor residents' weight changes weekly or monthly.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Conduct monthly kitchen sanitation audits and review menus for USDA guidelines.

Skills

Nutrition assessments

Care plans

Nutrition education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Weight monitoring

Quality improvement

Electronic charting

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics

Job description

Posted On 07/29/2026

Job Information

Work Experience 1-3 years

Health Care

$40.00-$45.00 per hour DOE, including commute time

City Sacramento

State/Province California

94203

Job Description

Part-Time Registered Dietitian- Hybrid

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 : Skilled Nursing

Schedule: 8-16 hours per week 30% of hours are completed remotely via telehealth.

Flexibility: Choose your days and hours. Only 1-2 short onsite visits required per week, remaining hours are completed remotely via telehealth.

Compensation: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour based on experience

Travel Compensation: Paid at your hourly rate for travel time to and from the facility.

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

• We offer competitive wages, flexible work schedules, and a supportive work environment.

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is an equal opportunity employer