Registered Dietitian

Make an impact. Build your career. Be part of a team that supports you. Nutrition Therapy Essentials (NTE) is looking for a Full-Time Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) to join our growing consulting team serving healthcare communities throughout the East Bay . If you are passionate about clinical nutrition, enjoy building relationships with residents and healthcare teams, and want the opportunity to grow your skills in long-term care, NTE may be the place for you. We are especially excited to welcome newly registered and early-career dietitians . Our experienced RDN team provides support, mentorship, and practical training to help you become a confident and successful Consulting Dietitian. What You'll Do As a Consulting Dietitian with NTE, you will play an important role in supporting residents' health, quality of life, and nutritional well-being. Your responsibilities will include: Provide comprehensive nutrition assessments and ongoing monitoring for residents. Develop individualized nutrition interventions and provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) according to standards of practice. Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary care team and collaborate with nursing, dietary, therapy, medical providers, and facility leadership. Monitor nutrition-related risks including weight changes, intake, wounds, hydration, labs, enteral nutrition, and other clinical concerns. Provide recommendations that support resident-centered care and positive clinical outcomes. Conduct quality and regulatory reviews of Food & Nutrition Services. Assess food safety, sanitation, food storage, meal service, and dining practices. Provide nutrition education to residents and families when appropriate. Provide in-service education and training to dietary and healthcare staff. Help facilities identify opportunities for improvement and develop practical solutions. Who We're Looking For We are looking for an RD who is: Passionate about helping people and improving quality of life through nutrition. Organized, dependable, and comfortable working independently. A strong communicator who enjoys working with an interdisciplinary team. Interested in developing expertise in long-term care and consulting. Comfortable building professional relationships with residents, families, staff, and facility leadership. Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition/Dietetics from an accredited university. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics . RD-eligible candidates may be considered and must obtain their RDN credential within 180 days of employment . Clinical nutrition, long‑term care, food safety, sanitation, or assessment experience is a plus, but training and support are available for qualified candidates. Why NTE? You're joining a team — not working alone. Nutrition Therapy Essentials was founded in 2012 by Registered Dietitians for Registered Dietitians. We understand that becoming a confident clinical dietitian takes more than a degree and a credential. That's why NTE has developed a grassroots training and mentorship model where newer dietitians can learn alongside experienced RDNs and build the skills needed to succeed in healthcare communities. Many of our experienced dietitians started their own careers with NTE. Today, they help mentor and support the next generation of RDNs. At NTE, you'll have the opportunity to: Learn from experienced Consulting Dietitians. Build confidence in clinical assessments and documentation. Develop expertise in long‑term care and healthcare communities. Strengthen your communication and interdisciplinary skills. Grow your knowledge of food service, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance. Make meaningful connections with residents and healthcare teams. Become part of a supportive network of passionate dietitians. We believe great dietitians don't just manage nutrition — they build relationships, solve problems, and make a difference one resident and one meal at a time. NTE offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Health, dental, and vision benefits Paid time off Continuing education opportunities/credits Free life insurance 401(k) with company matching‑ when available Supportive team environment Training and mentorship for developing Consulting Dietitians #J-18808-Ljbffr