Registered Dietitian (RD)- Contract Consultant
About The Position
DiningRD is seeking a Registered Dietitian to consult for an assisted living community. The consultant makes quarterly onsite visits of four hours per visit to conduct food safety and sanitation audits, meal and dining observation audits, and nutrition referrals for high-risk residents. In this long-term-care consulting role, the Registered Dietitian works with the clinical team to monitor residents’ nutritional needs and support high-quality dining services. Duties may include providing nutrition education, collaborating with the team on MDS work, and preparing nutrition assessments with input from the dining manager. The consultant provides guidance on meal rounds, sanitation practices, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations; trains and guides dining managers and staff; assists with policy development; and monitors implementation of effective nutritional care systems. The position offers a flexible schedule during the Monday–Friday workweek and competitive pay based on experience and current needs. DiningRD describes its services as supporting long-term-care dining programs and reports serving more than 4,000 healthcare communities across 49 states.
Requirements
- Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentials; a CDR number from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics/ASCEND is required.
- State licensure, if required for Registered Dietitians in the applicable state.
- Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- 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 be considered.
- Long-term-care experience is preferred but not required.
- Two years of clinical nutrition experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Complete quarterly onsite visits of four hours per visit.
- Conduct food safety and sanitation audits.
- Conduct meal and dining observation audits.
- Provide nutrition referrals for high-risk residents.
- Work with the clinical team to monitor residents’ nutritional needs.
- Provide nutrition education and collaborate with the team on MDS work.
- Prepare nutrition assessments with input from the dining manager.
- Guide dining services, including meal rounds and sanitation best practices.
- Support 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.
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
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