Job Description

The Registered Dietitian (RD) is responsible for providing evidence-based nutritional assessment, counseling, and education to patients across the lifespan. The RD works collaboratively with healthcare providers to develop personalized nutrition plans that support wellness, manage chronic conditions, and improve health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive

nutritional assessments

using anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, and dietary data. Develop and implement

individualized nutrition care plans

tailored to patient needs and goals. Provide

nutrition counseling and education

for medical conditions including but not limited to diabetes, hypertension, obesity, eating disorders, GI disorders, and food allergies. Document patient encounters in accordance with HIPAA and organizational standards. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of nutrition interventions and adjust plans as needed. Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team (physicians, nurses, behavioral health, etc.) to coordinate care. Stay current with evidence-based guidelines, medical nutrition therapy (MNT), and continuing education. Participate in community outreach, program development, or group classes as needed. Support quality improvement initiatives and compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

Education

: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.

Licensure/Certification

: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). North Carolina state licensure as required (e.g., Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist - LDN).

Experience

: Preferably 1-3 years of clinical or outpatient experience.

Skills

: Strong communication and counseling skills. Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR). Knowledge of culturally sensitive nutrition practices.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Work from home
Application question(s):

Are you licensed in North Carolina?
Work Location: Remote