What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Registered Dietitian position at ASK Consulting?
RDNC 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.
RDNC 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.
RDNC is an equal opportunity employer
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 20 per week
License/Certification:
- Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40 - $45