Registered Dietitian (RD)- Part Time or Full Time

DiningRD•LaGrange, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

DiningRD is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide consulting services to skilled care communities. The position may be shared by multiple dietitians or filled by one dietitian. The dietitian works with clinical teams to monitor residents’ nutritional needs and ensure meals meet high nutritional standards. Activities may include providing nutrition education, working with the team on MDS, preparing nutrition assessments with input from the dining manager, guiding dining services, conducting meal rounds, supporting sanitation practices, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The dietitian also trains and guides dining managers and staff, assists with policy development, and monitors the implementation of effective nutritional care systems. Candidates must be able to complete onsite visits Monday through Friday during regular business hours. The schedule offers some flexibility within the Monday–Friday schedule. The position is in person and may be full-time, part-time, or contract. Pay is competitive and depends on experience and current needs.

Requirements

Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentials; an ASCEND/Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics CDR number is required.
State licensure if required for a Registered Dietitian in the applicable state.
Ability to complete onsite visits Monday through Friday during regular business hours.
Clinical nutrition experience is preferred; the posting lists two years as preferred.
Strong prioritization, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to represent the company professionally.
Interest in coaching and mentoring others.

Nice To Haves

Two years of consulting experience; preferred, though other factors will be considered.
Experience in long-term care; preferred but not required.
Clinical nutrition experience.

Responsibilities

Monitor residents’ nutritional needs in collaboration with clinical teams.
Help ensure meals meet high nutritional standards.
Provide nutrition education and work with the team on MDS.
Prepare nutrition assessments with input from the dining manager.
Provide guidance on dining services, including meal rounds and sanitation best practices.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Train and guide dining managers and staff.
Assist with policy development.
Monitor implementation of effective nutritional care systems.