RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Clinical
Registered Dietitian for 16-20 hrs/week!
Facility Type: Acute Care
Schedule: 16-20 hr/week. Monday through
Friday during normal business hours. Flexible days.
Compensation: $40.00-$45.00/hour depending
on experience.
Travel Compensation: Paid at your hourly
rate for drive time to and from the facility.
At least 1 year of
clinical experience is preferred.
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 thorough 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. - Registered by the Commission
on Dietetic Registration (RD/RDN). - Current state
licensure/certification (if mandated by the state). - Minimum of 2-3 years of
recent clinical experience in an acute care hospital setting (required). - Demonstrated experience
managing patients with diverse, complex medical conditions. - Proficiency in enteral and
parenteral nutrition support. - Exceptional communication and
interpersonal skills for effective interaction with patients, families,
and high-performing healthcare teams in high-pressure situations. - Possesses superior critical
thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities to assess rapidly
changing objectives, develop, and implement effective, time-sensitive
plans. - Strong familiarity with acute
care workflows, electronic health records (EHR), and regulatory standards
relevant to hospital accreditation. - Ability to work autonomously
and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
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.
To Apply: If you
meet these qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please submit
your resume.
RD Nutrition
Consultants LLC is an equal opportunity employer