Registered Dietitian - Part Time (75% remote)

RD NUTRITION CONSULTANTS; Burlington (IA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Hybrid work model

75% remote work

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Clinical Registered Dietitian for a part-time, hybrid role in Burlington, IA. Schedule is 8-12 hours per week with 1 onsite visit monthly; remaining hours via telehealth.

Compensation ranges from $30.00 to $38.00 per hour, based on experience, with travel reimbursement at the same rate. This skilled nursing setting emphasizes CMS/DOH compliance and collaborative care with the inter-disciplinary team.

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 of clinical experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to a variety of situations, assess objectives, and develop, implement, and monitor effective plans for improvement.
• Proficiency in providing general nutrition interventions.
• Familiarity with state survey processes and nutrition care regulations.
• 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 effectively with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Ensure compliance with CMS and DOH regulations.
• Monitor resident weight changes to identify nutrition/hydration status.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nutrition care and outcomes.
• Conduct monthly kitchen sanitation audits and document findings.
• Review and approve menus to meet nutrition guidelines.
• Perform other tasks as assigned within scope of practice.

Skills

Excellent communication

Critical thinking

Nutrition interventions

Regulatory knowledge (CMS/DOH)

Electronic charting

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics/Nutrition

Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Tools

Electronic charting systems

Job description

Posted On 08/12/2026

Job Information

Work Experience 1-3 years

Health Care

$30.00-$38.00/hr

City Burlington

State/Province Iowa

52601

Job Description

Clinical Registered Dietitian Position - Part-Time/Hybrid (75% remote)

Overview:

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is excited to offer an opportunity for a Clinical Registered Dietitian to join our team. This role offers flexibility and a balanced blend of in-person and remote work, allowing our patients to receive high-quality care while supporting a healthy work-life balance for our team.

Facility Type: Skilled Nursing

Schedule: 8-12 hours per week

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

Compensation: $30.00-$38.00 per hour, based on experience

Travel Reimbursement: Paid at the same hourly rate for time spent traveling 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 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 menus on a semi-annual basis to ensure they meet applicable nutritional 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 of clinical experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to a variety of situations, assess objectives, and develop, implement, and monitor effective plans for improvement.
• Proficiency in providing general nutrition interventions.
• Familiarity with state survey processes and nutrition care regulations.
• Competency in electronic charting systems.

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.