Part-Time Hybrid Registered Dietitian

RD Nutrition Consultants•Cleveland, OH

5d•$32 - $40•Hybrid

About The Position

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is hiring a Clinical Registered Dietitian for a part-time, hybrid role at a skilled nursing facility. The position is scheduled for 20 hours per week, with 1–2 on-site visits required each week. Days and hours are flexible, and work combines on-site and remote responsibilities. Travel time to and from the facility is paid at the same hourly rate. Compensation is $32.00–$40.00 per hour, based on experience. The Registered Dietitian will provide nutrition care to residents, including assessments, individualized care planning, education and counseling, monitoring, documentation, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team. The role also includes regulatory compliance, quality improvement participation, kitchen sanitation audits, and menu review. RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist consulting firm serving healthcare facilities across the United States. The company describes its work environment as supportive and offers competitive wages, flexible schedules, paid travel time, and mileage reimbursement. It is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited program.
Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Current Pennsylvania state licensure or certification as required.
Excellent communication skills for interacting with residents, families, and healthcare teams.
Ability to apply critical thinking, assess objectives, and develop, implement, and monitor effective improvement plans.
Proficiency in providing general nutrition interventions.
Familiarity with state survey processes and nutrition care regulations.
Competency in electronic charting systems.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical experience is preferred.
Skilled nursing or long-term care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments for new admissions and quarterly thereafter, with more frequent reviews for high-risk residents as needed.
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
Provide nutrition education and counseling as needed.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other interdisciplinary care team members.
Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations, including Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Department of Health (DOH) requirements.
Maintain appropriate documentation.
Monitor residents' 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, document findings, and recommend corrective actions.
Review and approve menus semi-annually to ensure they meet applicable guidelines.
Perform other tasks as assigned and within scope of practice.