Registered Dietitian (RD)- Contract Consultant or Part Time

DiningRD•Port St. Lucie, AL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

DiningRD is actively seeking a Registered Dietitian for multiple Assisted Living Communities. The consultant would be responsible for quarterly onsite visits to complete food safety and sanitation audits, meal/dining observation audits, and address any nutrition referrals for high-risk residents. This role averages 32 hours per quarter, approximately 10-12 hours per month. DiningRD has been nurturing joy through food with long-term care dining programs since 1994, offering comprehensive food and nutrition programs designed and supported by registered dietitians with extensive food service experience. They currently provide dietitian consulting and menu services to over 4,000 healthcare communities across 49 states. DiningRD values its employees and is committed to providing a positive work atmosphere with competitive pay, flexible schedules, and opportunities to work with expert RD colleagues.

Requirements

Commission on dietetic registration (CDR) credentials
Licensed (if required by State)
CDR # from ASCEND/Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Required)
State License, if required for a Registered Dietitian (Required)
Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks
Solid interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to represent the company in a professional manner
Enjoy coaching and mentoring others

Nice To Haves

2 years of consulting experience
Experience in Long Term Care

Responsibilities

Complete quarterly onsite visits to food safety and sanitation audits.
Conduct meal/dining observation audits.
Address nutrition referrals for high-risk residents.
Ensure meals meet high nutritional standards.
Work closely with the clinical team to monitor resident nutritional needs.
Provide nutrition education.
Work on MDS with the team.
Formulate nutrition assessments with input from the dining manager.
Provide guidance on all dining services, including meal rounds and sanitation best practices.
Ensure regulatory compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
Train and provide guidance to dining managers and staff.
Assist with policy development.
Monitor the implementation of effective nutritional care systems.