Registered Dietitian PRN

Kindred Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Registered Dietitian PRN to support our patients across the Chattanooga area with compassionate, evidence-based nutrition care. In this role, you will partner with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes, deliver individualized nutrition interventions, and advocate for healthful eating as a core part of recovery and healing. You will apply your clinical expertise to assess, plan, implement, and monitor nutrition therapy, while educating patients and families to sustain long-term wellness. This position offers flexible PRN engagement to complement our clinical teams and deliver outstanding, patient-centered care to diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional needs of patients through comprehensive evaluation and document findings in the medical record to guide care plans.
• Develop and implement patient-specific nutrition care plans aligned with medical orders and clinical guidelines to optimize outcomes.
• Present timely nutrition recommendations to physicians, nurses, and care teams for coordinated patient management.
• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and counseling to patients with diabetes, renal disease, malnutrition, and other nutrition-related conditions.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust nutrition plans in response to clinical changes and treatment responses.
• Educate patients and families on dietary strategies, portion control, and behavior change techniques to support adherence.
• Collaborate with pharmacists and clinicians to optimize parenteral and enteral nutrition support when needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and follow-up in the electronic health record.
• Participate in rounds and care conferences to advocate for nutrition as an essential component of recovery.
• Coordinate discharge planning and provide nutrition education resources to support continuity of care at home.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and hospital policies, including safety protocols and quality initiatives.
• Support quality improvement initiatives by collecting data, auditing processes, and contributing to process improvements.
• Provide coverage across shifts as needed to ensure consistent nutrition services for patients.
• Promote a positive patient experience by demonstrating empathy, cultural sensitivity, and professional integrity during all encounters.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Registered Dietitian PRN in Chattanooga, TN is $28 to $45 per hour. This can vary depending on experience, certifications, shift type, and employer setting.

Kindred Healthcare is a post-acute healthcare services company that operates long-term acute-care hospitals and provides rehabilitation services across the United States.