| Location | Ashland, MO (Remote) |
Clinical Registered Dietitian Position - Part-time/Hybrid
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: 24-30 hours per week, 50% completed remotely via telehealth
Flexibility: Choose your days and hours. Short 2 onsite visits per week.
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:
Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments on new admissions, perform scheduled quarterly reviews, and provide high-frequency monitoring for high-risk residents.
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans tailored to resident medical needs and therapeutic goals.
Provide tailored nutrition education and dietary counseling to residents, family members, and care partners.
Partner seamlessly with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, and the broader interdisciplinary care team to integrate nutrition into holistic patient care.
Ensure strict compliance with all state and federal healthcare regulations, specifically Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Department of Health (DOH) mandates.
Maintain meticulous, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within electronic health records systems.
Track and analyze resident weight changes on a weekly or monthly basis to proactively identify and address shifts in nutrition or hydration status.
Actively participate in clinical quality improvement initiatives to optimize nutritional care services and resident outcomes.
Conduct monthly kitchen and food service sanitation audits, documenting findings and recommending immediate corrective actions to ensure a safe, sanitary environment.
Review and approve facility menus on a semi-annual basis to ensure full compliance with USDA dietary guidelines.
Execute additional professional duties and operational tasks as assigned within the established scope of practice.
Experience & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
Current and valid state licensure or certification, where applicable.
Minimum of 1 year of clinical nutrition experience preferred.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for effective, empathetic interaction with patients, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Demonstrated ability to apply critical clinical judgment to diverse patient scenarios, evaluate objectives, and implement effective performance improvement plans.
Proficiency in designing and executing targeted clinical nutrition interventions.
Familiarity with state survey processes and direct experience adhering to strict healthcare nutrition regulations.
Competency with electronic charting and electronic medical record platforms.
About 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.
Interested candidates, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience.