Registered Dietitian (RD)- Contract Consultant or Part Time

DiningRD•Clarksburg, WV

4d•Onsite

About The Position

DiningRD is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide consulting services to a skilled care community. The role averages 16 hours per week and requires onsite visits Monday through Friday during regular business hours. The schedule offers some flexibility within the weekday schedule, and pay is competitive based on experience and current needs. The dietitian supports the nutritional needs of long-term-care residents by working with the clinical team, providing nutrition education, contributing to MDS work, and preparing nutrition assessments with input from the dining manager. The role also provides guidance on dining services, meal rounds, sanitation best practices, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Additional duties include training and mentoring dining managers and staff, assisting with policy development, and monitoring effective nutritional care systems. DiningRD has provided long-term-care dining programs since 1994 and serves more than 4,000 healthcare communities across 49 states. The company describes a positive, inclusive work atmosphere and a network of dietitian colleagues.

Requirements

Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentials; an ASCEND/Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics CDR number is required.
State license for Registered Dietitians, if required by the state.
Ability to complete onsite visits Monday through Friday during regular business hours.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to represent the company professionally.
Interest in coaching and mentoring others.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Monitor the nutritional needs of residents in collaboration with the clinical team.
Provide nutrition education and contribute to MDS work.
Prepare nutrition assessments with input from the dining manager.
Provide guidance on dining services, including meal rounds and sanitation best practices.
Ensure regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Train and provide guidance to dining managers and staff.
Assist with policy development.
Monitor implementation of effective nutritional care systems.