Registered Dietitian - 30% Remote

RD Nutrition Consultants•Napa, CA

17d•$40 - $45•Hybrid

About The Position

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to join our network of exceptional clinicians. You will have the ongoing support of our dedicated team, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality patient care. This is a part-time, hybrid role with flexibility in scheduling, requiring 8-16 hours per week. Approximately 30% of the hours are completed remotely via telehealth, with only 1-2 short onsite visits required per week. The compensation is $40.00 - $45.00 per hour, with travel time compensated at the hourly rate.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited program.
Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Current state licensure/certification (if mandated by the state).
Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Possesses the ability to apply critical thinking to a variety of situations, assess objectives, develop and implement and monitor effective plans for improvement.
Proficiency in providing general nutrition interventions.
Familiarity with state survey processes and adhering to nutrition care regulations.
Competency in electronic charting systems.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 year clinical experience.

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 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 appropriate documentation.
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 and sanitary environment.
Review and approve menu on a semi-annual basis to ensure it meets USDA guidelines.
Perform other tasks as assigned and within scope of practice as needed.