Clinical Registered Dietitian (Part-Time, On-Site)

Job Description

Job Description

Clinical Registered Dietitian (Part-Time, On-Site)
Location: Louisiana

Company: RD Nutrition Consultants, LLC

RD Nutrition Consultants, LLC is seeking a Clinical Registered Dietitian to join our team for a part-time, on-site opportunity in Louisiana. This role is ideal for an RD with acute care experience who values flexibility, autonomy, and meaningful clinical impact.

Position Details

• Schedule: 16–24 hours per week
  

• On-site requirement: 2–3 facility visits per week
  

• Compensation: $30.00–$38.00 per hour, based on experience + mileage reimbursement at the federal rate
  

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients identified at nutritional risk in accordance with facility policies and procedures
  

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized, evidence-based nutrition care plans for patients with complex medical conditions
  

• Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and families, including acute disease management, discharge planning, and readmission prevention
  

• Collaborate proactively with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, speech-language pathologists, case managers, and other interdisciplinary team members
  

• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards (e.g., TJC, CMS), and acute care nutrition best practices
  

• Maintain timely, thorough documentation in the electronic medical record, reflecting medical necessity and intervention effectiveness
  

• Monitor changes in weight, labs, fluid status, and overall clinical condition, adjusting nutrition interventions as needed
  

• Participate in clinical rounds, quality improvement initiatives, and activities that enhance patient care and safety
  

• Serve as a nutrition resource for hospital staff and contribute to staff education as appropriate
  

• Perform other duties within scope of practice as assigned
  

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field from an accredited program
  

• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration
  

• Minimum of 1–3 years of recent acute care clinical experience (required)
  

• Experience managing patients with complex and diverse medical conditions
  

• Proficiency in enteral and parenteral nutrition support
  

• Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  

• Familiarity with acute care workflows, EHR systems, and hospital regulatory standards
  

• Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
  

About RD Nutrition Consultants, LLC

RD Nutrition Consultants is a nationally recognized Registered Dietitian Nutritionist consulting firm providing high-quality nutrition services to healthcare facilities across the United States. We offer competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact in patient care.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with a resume and brief cover letter outlining relevant experience.