A Dietitian or Nutritionist provides clients with advice on healthy eating, and helps to plan nutritional menus. Works with individuals who have specific dietary needs, such as hospital patients, or oversees food programs in schools, hospitals, and other large organizations. May work in a community setting or non-profit, governmental, or public health organization, offering nutritional advice to specific groups of people.
Full Time Registered Dietitian RD Nutrition Consultants Santa Clarita, CA Job Details Full-time $50 - $55 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Qualifications Electronic health records (EHR) management Acute care facility experience Experience working with individuals with specific dietary needs Registered Dietitian Patient interaction Managing patient records Cross-functional communication
Full Job Description Clinical Registered Dietitian Position Full-Time 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.
Schedule:
32-40 hours/week, days/hours can be flexible
Compensation:
$50.00-$55.00 per hour, based on experience + benefits and mileage reimbursement
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. Registered 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 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.
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. Requirements
