Registered Dietitian - Community/Outpatient

Full Time Community & Outpatient Registered Dietitian

• Schedule: 40 hours per week; Monday–Friday during business hours
  




• Compensation: $55.00–$60.00 per hour depending on experience 
  




• Contract Length: Minimum 13 weeks
  




• Benefits: Package available depending on employment status (Medical, Dental, Vision).
  

RD Nutrition Consultants provides our consultants with competitive wages and flexible work schedules!

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 to residents and families 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).
  




• Maintain accurate, timely, and appropriate documentation in accordance with facility policies.
  




• Monitor all 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, sanitary environment.
  




• Review and approve facility menus on a semi-annual basis to ensure they meet USDA guidelines.
  




• Perform other tasks as assigned and within the professional scope of practice.
  

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited program.
  




• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
  




• Current state licensure/certification (where mandated by the state).
  




• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience is preferred.
  




• Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
  




• Strong 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 and familiarity with state survey processes and nutrition care regulations.
  




• Competency in electronic medical records (EMR) and charting systems.
  

About RD Nutrition Consultants, LLC: We are a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Consulting firm that provides Dietitians to healthcare facilities throughout the United States. Our consultants enjoy competitive wages and flexible work schedules.

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