Hybrid Clinical Registered Dietitian Position Part-Time

Clinical Registered Dietitian Position

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is excited to offer an opportunity for a Clinical Registered Dietitian to join our team in California. This position offers a flexible hybrid schedule, combining weekly on-site support with remote work to provide high-quality nutrition care while maintaining work-life balance. Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Schedule: 2432 hours per week Flexibility: Flexible days and hours based on facility needs. This is a hybrid position requiring one on-site visit per week, with the remainder of the weekly hours completed remotely. Compensation: $40.00$45.00 per hour, based on experience Travel Reimbursement: Travel time to and from the facility is paid at the same hourly rate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments on new admissions and quarterly thereafter, with more frequent reviews as needed for high-risk residents.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling as needed.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations, including Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Department of Health requirements.
• Maintain timely and appropriate clinical documentation.
• Monitor residents for changes in weight weekly and/or monthly to identify potential changes in nutrition or hydration status.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nutrition care services and resident outcomes as needed.
• Conduct monthly kitchen sanitation audits, document findings, and recommend corrective actions to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.
• Review and approve menus on a semi-annual basis to ensure they meet applicable guidelines.
• Perform other tasks as assigned and within scope of practice as needed.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited program.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• Skilled nursing or long-term care experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with residents, families, and healthcare teams.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to a variety of situations and develop, implement, and monitor effective plans for improvement.
• Proficiency in providing general nutrition interventions.
• Familiarity with state survey processes and nutrition care regulations.
• Competency with electronic charting systems.
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment and effectively manage both on-site and remote responsibilities.

About RD Nutrition Consultants LLC:

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is a leading Registered Dietitian Nutritionist consulting firm providing Dietitians to healthcare facilities across the United States. We offer competitive wages, flexible work schedules, paid travel time, mileage reimbursement, and a supportive work environment.