Consulting Dietitian-Full Time

Clinical Registered Dietitian PositionRD Nutrition Consultants LLC is excited to offer an opportunity for a Clinical Registered Dietitian to join our team. Schedule: 32-40 hours/week, days/hours can be flexible Compensation: $50.00- $55.00 per hour, based on experience + benefits and mileage reimbursementKey Responsibilities:Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients identified at nutritional risk, adhering to facility policies and proceduresDevelop, implement and monitor individualized and evidence-based nutrition care plans for patients with complex medical conditionsOffer nutrition education and counseling to patients and families regarding acute disease management, discharge planning, and prevention of readmissionProactively collaborate and communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, speech-language pathologists, case managers, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to optimize patient outcomes and facilitate timely dischargeEnsure compliance with all hospital policies, regulatory standards (e.g., TJC, CMS), and best practice guidelines for acute care nutritionMaintain thorough and timely electronic medical record documentation in a fast-paced environment, reflecting medical necessity and intervention effectivenessRoutinely monitor patients for acute changes in weight, labs, fluid status, and clinical condition, adjusting nutrition interventions promptlyActively participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical rounds etc to enhance nutrition care services and overall patient safety within the acute care settingServe as a nutrition expert and resource for hospital staff, contributing to staff education and developmentPerform other tasks as assigned and within scope of practice as neededExperience & Qualifications:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited programRegistered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (RD/RDN)Minimum of 1-3 years of recent clinical experience in an acute care hospital setting (required)Demonstrated experience managing patients with diverse, complex medical conditionsProficiency in enteral and parenteral nutrition supportExceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and high-performing healthcare teams in high-pressure situationsPossesses superior critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities to assess rapidly changing objectives, develop, and implement effective, time-sensitive plansStrong familiarity with acute care workflows, electronic health records (EHR), and regulatory standards relevant to hospital accreditationAbility to work autonomously and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environmentAbout RD Nutrition Consultants, LLC:We are a nationally recognized Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Consulting firm. At RD Nutrition Consultants, our focus is on ensuring healthcare facilities across the U.S. have access to top-tier dietitian services. Our consultants are provided with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and the chance to make a real difference in the healthcare community.