Registered Dietitian (RD)- Contract Consultant

DiningRD • Daphne, AL

3h • Onsite

About The Position

DiningRD is seeking a Registered Dietitian to consult for an assisted living community. The consultant makes onsite visits every six weeks, with each visit lasting two hours, to conduct food safety and sanitation audits, meal and dining observation audits, and nutrition referrals for high-risk residents.

The role focuses on improving residents’ nutritional care and dining experience. The dietitian works with the clinical team to monitor residents’ nutritional needs; may provide nutrition education and contribute to MDS work and nutrition assessments; and provides guidance on dining services, meal rounds, sanitation practices, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The dietitian also trains and guides dining managers and staff, assists with policy development, and monitors implementation of effective nutritional care systems.

The position offers flexibility during a Monday–Friday schedule. The work is 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 (required).
• State license, if required for a Registered Dietitian (required).
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to represent the company professionally.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of consulting experience preferred.
• Long-term care experience preferred but not required.
• Clinical nutrition experience of two years preferred.
• Enjoyment of coaching and mentoring others.

Responsibilities

• Visit the assisted living community onsite every six weeks for two hours per visit.
• Complete food safety and sanitation audits.
• Complete meal and dining observation audits.
• Address nutrition referrals for high-risk residents.
• Work with the clinical team to monitor residents’ nutritional needs.
• Provide nutrition education and contribute to MDS work 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 the implementation of effective nutritional care systems.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule.
• Competitive pay.
• Continuing education of 12–20 hours per year.
• Extensive network of dietitians.
• Training and mentoring program.
• Weekly town halls.
• Referral bonuses.
• Inclusive culture.
• Value and appreciation for teamwork.

What This Job Offers

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