Registered Dietitian- FT or PT

Sapphire Shores Health and Rehab; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapphire Shores Health and Rehab is seeking a Registered Dietitian to promote optimal nutrition for geriatric patients. You will develop personalized care plans, provide nutrition counseling, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a clinical setting.

The role welcomes full-time or part-time candidates with strong MNT knowledge and experience in hospital, long-term care, or outpatient contexts. Florida background screening is required for employment.

Qualifications

• RD credential from an accredited program with current licensure or certification per state law.
• Proven experience in clinical nutrition settings (hospitals, long-term care, or outpatient).
• Strong knowledge of physiology, medical nutrition therapy (MNT), and dietary management for geriatrics, diabetes, CVD, and tube feeding.
• Skilled in health coaching, client communication, and motivational interviewing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate nutritional status and needs.
• Develop individualized care plans that include MNT, weight management, and chronic disease strategies.
• Provide nutrition counseling using motivational interviewing to support behavioral change.
• Manage clinical nutrition support including tube feeding and dietary modifications.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists to optimize care plans.
• Document all interactions and plans in the EHR.
• Supervise dietetic interns or junior staff, ensuring regulatory compliance.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Motivational interviewing

Health coaching

Clinical assessment

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD) certification

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Overview

Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Registered Dietitian, where you will play a vital role in promoting optimal nutrition and health outcomes for our geriatric patient population. Whether working full-time or part-time, you will leverage your expertise to develop personalized care plans, provide nutrition counseling, and collaborate closely with healthcare professionals.

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate nutritional status and identify specific dietary needs.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans that incorporate medical nutrition therapy (MNT), weight management, and chronic disease management strategies.
• Provide expert nutrition counseling using motivational interviewing techniques to motivate behavioral change and improve health outcomes.
• Manage clinical nutrition support including tube feeding, dietary modifications, and specialized nutritional interventions.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and optimize treatment plans.
• Document all patient interactions, assessments, and care plans accurately within electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Supervise dietetic interns or junior staff members while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential from an accredited program with current licensure or certification as required by state law.
• Proven experience working in clinical nutrition settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, or outpatient clinics.
• Strong knowledge of physiology, medical nutrition therapy (MNT), and dietary management for various conditions including geriatrics, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and tube feeding.
• Demonstrated skills in health coaching, client communication, and motivational interviewing to support behavior change.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems for documentation and patient record management.
• Supervisory experience preferred, especially in dietary departments or clinical settings involving staff or student supervision.
• Familiarity with diagnostic evaluation processes, nutritional analysis tools, and care plan development for diverse populations.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments with acute care experience or long-term care expertise highly valued.

Florida Background Screening Requirement:

This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Clearinghouse in accordance with Florida law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required background screening.

For additional information regarding Florida background screening requirements and the Clearinghouse, please visit:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Join us in delivering compassionate nutritional care that transforms lives! We are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where your expertise can thrive while making a lasting impact on the health of our community members.