Registered Dietitian (RD)- Contract Consultant

DiningRD • Oregon, IL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

DiningRD is seeking a Registered Dietitian consultant for a group home. The consultant makes monthly onsite visits of approximately two hours per visit to complete food safety and sanitation audits, meal and dining observation audits, and nutrition referrals for high-risk residents.

As a long-term-care consulting dietitian, the role supports the nutritional needs and well-being of senior residents. The dietitian works with the clinical team to monitor residents’ nutrition, provide nutrition education, contribute to MDS work, and develop nutrition assessments with input from the dining manager. The role also provides guidance on dining services, meal rounds, sanitation practices, and regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. Additional duties include training and guiding dining managers and staff, assisting with policy development, and monitoring effective nutritional care systems.

DiningRD provides dietitian consulting and menu services to healthcare communities. The position offers flexible scheduling during a Monday–Friday schedule and competitive pay, which depends on experience and current needs.

Requirements

• Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentials; a CDR number from ASCEND/Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is required.
• State licensure if required for a Registered Dietitian in the relevant state.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to represent the company professionally.
• Ability or interest in coaching and mentoring others.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of consulting experience preferred; other factors may be considered.
• Long-term-care experience preferred but not required.
• Two years of clinical nutrition experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly onsite visits of approximately two hours at a group home.
• Complete food safety and sanitation audits.
• Conduct 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.
• Formulate nutrition assessments with input from the dining manager.
• Provide guidance on dining services, meal rounds, and sanitation practices.
• Help 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.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed