Registered Dietitian- Community/Outpatient
About The Position
Full Time Community & Outpatient Registered Dietitian Join our dynamic team at RD Nutrition Consultants LLC, a leading Dietitian Nutritionist Consulting firm providing expert services to healthcare facilities nationwide. We are currently looking for a passionate Registered Dietitian to be a part of our growing team. Schedule: 40 hours per week; Monday–Friday during business hours Compensation: $55.00–$60.00 per hour depending on experience Contract Length: Minimum 13 weeks Benefits: Package available depending on employment status (Medical, Dental, Vision). RD Nutrition Consultants provides our consultants with competitive wages and flexible work schedules!
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 (CDR).
- Current state licensure/certification (where mandated by the state).
- Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Strong ability to apply critical thinking to a variety of situations, assess objectives, and develop, implement, and monitor effective plans for improvement.
- Proficiency in providing general nutrition interventions and familiarity with state survey processes and nutrition care regulations.
- Competency in electronic medical records (EMR) and charting systems.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience is preferred.
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 to residents and families 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 accurate, timely, and appropriate documentation in accordance with facility policies.
- 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, sanitary environment.
- Review and approve facility menus on a semi-annual basis to ensure they meet USDA guidelines.
- Perform other tasks as assigned and within the professional scope of practice.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
