Registered Dietitian (50% remote)

Job Information Work Experience 1-3 years Health Care $40.00-$44.00/hr + Travel Time City New Haven State/Province Connecticut 06501 Job Description Clinical Registered Dietitian Position - Part-time/Hybrid Overview: RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is excited to offer an opportunity for a Clinical Registered Dietitian to join our team. This role allows flexibility and a balanced blend of in-person and remote work, ensuring our patients receive the best care while our team enjoys a work-life harmony. Schedule: 8 hours per week, 50% completed remotely via telehealth Flexibility: Choose your days and hours. 1 onsite visit every other week. Compensation: $40.00-$44.00 per hour, based on experience Travel Reimbursement: Paid at the same hourly rate for time traveling to and from the facility 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 those related to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Department of Health (DOH). Monitor all 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, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions to maintain a safe and sanitary environment. Review and approve menu on a semi-annual basis to ensure it meets USDA 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 by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Current state licensure/certification (if mandated by the state) Minimum of 1 year clinical experience (preferred). Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams. Possesses the ability to apply critical thinking to a variety of situations, assess objectives, develop and implement and monitor effective plans for improvement. Proficiency in providing general nutrition interventions. Familiarity with state survey processes and adhering to nutrition care regulations Competency in electronic charting systems RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is a leading Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Consulting firm that provides Dietitians to healthcare facilities across the United States. We offer competitive wages, flexible work schedules, and a supportive work environment. RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is an equal opportunity employer #J-18808-Ljbffr