Renal Transplant RD I/II — Day Shift + $10k Sign-On

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Job summary

VCU Health in Richmond, VA is seeking Registered Clinical Dietitians I/II for the Renal Transplant unit on day shifts. The role provides and documents nutrition care to patients, with a $10,000 sign-on incentive for offers accepted by November 30, 2026.

Must be RD-registered and pass the RD exam within 90 days if eligible; advancement from I to II occurs after exam success. Responsibilities include clinical nutrition therapy orders, diet modifications, and coordination with the health care team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) status; pass the RD exam within the first 90 days if registry eligible.
• CPR training for outpatient clinic practice.
• Advancement from Clinical Nutrition I to II required one year after passing RD exam.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document nutrition care to patients as applicable to practice area.
• After competency, modify diets, order snacks/supplements, initiate and manage enteral tube feedings.
• Communicate with health care team and patient food service managers regarding patient needs.
• Travel to satellite clinics when needed; may include weekend work.

Skills

Strong recall

Reasoning

Problem solving

Hearing

Speak clearly

Write legibly

Reading

Logical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or related field

Job description

VCU Health in Richmond, VA is seeking Registered Clinical Dietitians I/II for the Renal Transplant unit on day shifts. The role provides and documents nutrition care to patients, with a $10,000 sign-on incentive for offers accepted by November 30, 2026.

Must be RD-registered and pass the RD exam within 90 days if eligible; advancement from I to II occurs after exam success. Responsibilities include clinical nutrition therapy orders, diet modifications, and coordination with the health care team.