Job Description
Correctional RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - $49-50 per hour at Nightingale's List summary:
This position is for a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) working in a correctional facility in Susanville, CA. The role involves assessing and managing the nutritional needs of inmates by providing medical nutrition therapy, conducting nutrition assessments, and developing individualized dietary care plans. The RDN will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, ensure compliance with food safety standards, and maintain a safe and professional environment.
Nightingale's List is seeking a local contract Correctional RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist for a local contract job inRice Canyon Rd., Susanville, CA 96127, California.
Job Description & Requirements
• Specialty: RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 24 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract
Overview:
Join our healthcare team at this Correctional Facility as a Registered Dietitian, where you’ll play a critical role in assessing and managing the nutritional needs of inmates. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to support patient health through clinical nutrition in a secure and collaborative environment.
Qualifications:
• Must hold a current and valid registration as a Registered Dietitian through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) for practice in California.
• A minimum of 12 continuous months of recent, relevant experience within the last 3 years in a comparable clinical setting (internships not applicable).
• Must be fluent in English, both written and spoken, to ensure accurate documentation and effective communication.
Responsibilities:
• Provide medical nutrition therapy based on physician orders and institutional protocols.
• Conduct nutrition assessments and follow-up counseling for diverse clinical conditions, including diabetes, renal disease, and chronic illness.
• Develop and adjust individualized dietary care plans and therapeutic diets in collaboration with interdisciplinary care teams.
• Participate in treatment planning, staff training, and food service oversight to ensure safe, evidence-based dietary practices.
• Ensure compliance with Title 22, food safety standards, and institutional dietary policies.
• Prepare reports documenting patient care, nutrition outcomes, and recommendations for dietary program improvement.
• Maintain a safe, professional, and secure work environment in accordance with CDCR policies and regulations.
Nightingale's List Job ID #ZR_219_JOB. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About Nightingale's List
Nightingale's List is a premier healthcare staffing agency based in California,
offering diverse job opportunities across America. From travel and per diem to
contract and long-term roles, we cater to the unique needs of our healthcare
professionals. Founded by a Registered Nurse, we deeply understand our
staff's aspirations and challenges. At Nightingale's List, we go beyond
providing jobs - we foster rewarding healthcare careers with comprehensive
support and growth opportunities.
Benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Weekly pay
Keywords:
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, clinical nutrition, medical nutrition therapy, nutrition assessment, therapeutic diets, correctional facility healthcare, patient care, food safety compliance, dietary care planning, allied health professional