Registered Dietitian (50% remote)

RD Nutrition Consultants; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Clinical Registered Dietitian to join our team in a part-time, hybrid role. This position blends in-person and telehealth to deliver high-quality nutrition care in a Long-Term Acute Care setting.

You will work 24-30 hours per week with two onsite visits, earn $32-$38 per hour, and receive travel reimbursement at the same rate. The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team, compliance with CMS/DOH regulations, and meticulous documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition from an accredited program.
• RD/RDN credential with CDR.
• Current state licensure or certification as applicable.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical nutrition experience preferred.
• Strong communication with patients, families and care teams.
• Experience with CMS/DOH regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments for new admissions.
• Develop and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide nutrition education to residents, families, and care partners.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapists to integrate nutrition.
• Ensure compliance with CMS and DOH mandates.
• Document in electronic health records timely and accurately.
• Monitor resident weights weekly or monthly.
• Participate in clinical quality improvement initiatives.
• Conduct monthly kitchen and food service sanitation audits.
• Review facility menus for USDA guidelines.

Skills

Clinical nutrition assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Effective communication

EHR documentation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

RD/RDN credential (CDR)

Current state licensure

Tools

EHR systems

Nutrition software

Job description

Posted On 08/18/2026

Job Information

Work Experience 1-3 years

Health Care

$32.00-$38.00/hr + Travel Time

City Ashland

State/Province Missouri

65010

Job Description

Clinical Registered Dietitian Position - Part-time/Hybrid

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: Long-Term Acute Care

Schedule: 24-30 hours per week, 50% completed remotely via telehealth

Flexibility: Choose your days and hours. Short 2 onsite visits per week.

Compensation: $32.00-$38.00 per hour, based on experience Travel Reimbursement: Paid at the same hourly rate for time traveling to and from the facility

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments on new admissions, perform scheduled quarterly reviews, and provide high-frequency monitoring for high-risk residents.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans tailored to resident medical needs and therapeutic goals.
• Provide tailored nutrition education and dietary counseling to residents, family members, and care partners.
• Partner seamlessly with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, and the broader interdisciplinary care team to integrate nutrition into holistic patient care.
• Ensure strict compliance with all state and federal healthcare regulations, specifically Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Department of Health (DOH) mandates.
• Maintain meticulous, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within electronic health records systems.
• Track and analyze resident weight changes on a weekly or monthly basis to proactively identify and address shifts in nutrition or hydration status.
• Actively participate in clinical quality improvement initiatives to optimize nutritional care services and resident outcomes.
• Conduct monthly kitchen and food service sanitation audits, documenting findings and recommending immediate corrective actions to ensure a safe, sanitary environment.
• Review and approve facility menus on a semi-annual basis to ensure full compliance with USDA dietary guidelines.
• Execute additional professional duties and operational tasks as assigned within the established scope of practice.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Current and valid state licensure or certification, where applicable.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical nutrition experience preferred.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for effective, empathetic interaction with patients, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Demonstrated ability to apply critical clinical judgment to diverse patient scenarios, evaluate objectives, and implement effective performance improvement plans.
• Proficiency in designing and executing targeted clinical nutrition interventions.
• Familiarity with state survey processes and direct experience adhering to strict healthcare nutrition regulations.
• Competency with electronic charting and electronic medical record platforms.

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.