Registered Dietitian (80% remote)

RD Nutrition Consultants; Ottumwa (IA); Hybrid; USD 41,328 - 52,348; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid travel time

Mileage reimbursement

Lodging reimbursement

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Clinical Registered Dietitian (Part-Time, 80% remote) to join our team in Ottumwa, IA. The role blends telehealth with occasional in-person visits, ensuring high-quality patient care across facilities.

Responsibilities include comprehensive nutrition assessments, care plan development, and education for patients with complex medical needs. Collaboration with physicians and care teams is essential to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics; RD/RDN credential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with nutrition care plans and acute care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments for at-risk patients.
• Develop, implement and monitor nutrition care plans.
• Provide education and counseling to patients and families.

Skills

Clinical dietetics

Communication skills

Nutritional assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Dietetics

RD/RDN credential

Tools

EHR proficiency

Job description

Posted On 07/28/2026

Job Information

Work Experience 1-3 years

Health Care

$30.00-$38.00/hr with Paid Travel Time, Mileage Reimbursement and Lodging Reimbursement

City Ottumwa

State/Province Iowa

52501

Job Description

Clinical Registered Dietitian Position -Part-Time(80% Remote)

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.

Flexibility: Choose your days and hours. Only 1 onsite visit required per month, remaining hours are completed remotely via telehealth.

Compensation:$30.00- $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:

• 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.
  
• Ensurecompliance with all hospital policies, regulatory standards (e.g., TJC, CMS), and best practice guidelines for acute care nutrition.
  
• Maintain t horough 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