Registered Dietitian (RD)- Contract Consultant

DiningRD•West Covina, CA

28d•Onsite

About The Position

DiningRD is actively seeking a Registered Dietitian for an Assisted Living Community. The consultant will be responsible for semiannual onsite visits (6 hours/visit) to complete food safety and sanitation audits, meal/dining observation audits, and address any nutrition referrals for high-risk residents. 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. The company 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 is preferred
Experience in Long Term Care preferred but not required
clinical nutrition: 2 years (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Complete semiannual onsite visits (6 hours/visit) to an Assisted Living Community.
Conduct food safety and sanitation audits.
Perform 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 residents' 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.
Share dietary expertise by training and providing guidance to dining managers and staff.
Assist with policy development.
Monitor the implementation of effective nutritional care systems.