Registered Dietitian (RD)- Contract Consultant or Part Time

DiningRD•Kingsport, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

DiningRD is seeking a Registered Dietitian to consult for multiple assisted living communities. The consultant completes quarterly onsite visits of 4–6 hours per visit, including food safety and sanitation audits, meal and dining observation audits, and nutrition referrals for high-risk residents. The role focuses on supporting residents’ nutritional needs and ensuring meals meet high nutritional standards. The dietitian works with clinical teams on nutrition education, MDS processes, and nutrition assessments, and provides guidance on dining services, meal rounds, sanitation practices, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The position also involves training and mentoring dining managers and staff, assisting with policy development, and monitoring effective nutritional care systems. The position is part-time and contract, with flexibility during a Monday–Friday schedule. Work is performed in person. Pay is competitive and depends on experience and current needs.

Requirements

Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentials and CDR number from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics are required.
State licensure is required where applicable.
Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to represent the company professionally.
Interest in coaching and mentoring others.

Nice To Haves

Two years of consulting experience is preferred, though other factors may be considered.
Long-term care experience is preferred but not required.
Two years of clinical nutrition experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete quarterly onsite visits at assisted living communities, typically 4–6 hours per visit.
Conduct food safety and sanitation audits.
Conduct meal and dining observation audits.
Provide nutrition referrals for high-risk residents.
Work with clinical teams to monitor residents’ nutritional needs.
Provide nutrition education and contribute to MDS processes and nutrition assessments.
Provide guidance on dining services, meal rounds, sanitation practices, and regulatory compliance.
Train and guide dining managers and staff.
Assist with policy development.
Monitor implementation of effective nutritional care systems.