Registered Dietitian (70% remote)

Clinical Registered Dietitian Position -Part-Time(70% Remote) 

Company: RD Nutrition Consultants LLC

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: 8-10hrs/week (70% Remote) 

Flexibility: Choose your days and hours. Only 1 onsite visit required per month, remaining hours are completed remotely via telehealth. 

Compensation:  $32.00- $38.00 per hour, based on experience

Travel Reimbursement: Paid at the same hourly rate for time traveling to and from the facility

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients identified at nutritional risk, adhering to facility policies and procedures
• Develop, implement and monitor individualized and evidence-based nutrition care plans for patients with complex medical conditions
• Offer nutrition education and counseling to patients and families regarding acute disease management, discharge planning, and prevention of readmission.
• Proactively 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 discharge.
• Ensure compliance with all hospital policies, regulatory standards (e.g., TJC, CMS), and best practice guidelines for acute care nutrition.
• Maintain t horough and timely electronic medical record documentation in a fast-paced environment, reflecting medical necessity and intervention effectiveness.
• Routinely monitor patients for acute changes in weight, labs, fluid status, and clinical condition, adjusting nutrition interventions promptly.
• Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical rounds etc to enhance nutrition care services and overall patient safety within the acute care setting.
• Serve as a nutrition expert and resource for hospital staff, contributing to staff education and development.
• 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.