Looking for a flexible RD role where you feel supported, respected, and trusted to practice at a high level?
Optimal RDN Solutions is growing and seeking a Registered Dietitian to join our team in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Santa Barbara, Ca. This is a full-time opportunity ideal for an RD who enjoys autonomy but doesn’t want to feel like they’re practicing alone.
Why Dietitians Choose Us
✔ Flexible schedule that respects your personal time
✔ Ample PTO + dedicated mental health/sick days
✔ 2 weeks vacation time available for full-time team members
✔ Monthly RD team calls for collaboration and case discussion
✔ Direct mentorship from experienced clinical leadership with 30+ years combined experience
✔ A leadership team that is accessible, responsive, and invested in your growth. We believe strong dietitians deserve strong support — and a workplace that values balance.
What You’ll Do
- Provide high-quality clinical nutrition care in a SNF/rehab setting
- Conduct assessments, care planning, and follow-ups
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
- Maintain compliance and best-practice standards
What We’re Looking For
- Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN), active credential
- Confident, independent clinical decision-maker
- Team-oriented with excellent communication skills
- SNF experience preferred, but strong clinical skills are valued
We are actively hiring and excited to connect with passionate RDs ready to join a supportive, growing team.
Please send your requested salary and availability to:
[email protected]
Let’s start the conversation — we’d love to grow together.
Responsibilities include:
- Working collaborative with the Certified Dietary Manager & Interdisciplinary Team
- Screening and nutrition assessment of all residents upon admission as well as quarterly and annual assessments.
- Developing Resident Centered Care plans
- Frequent monitoring of high-risk residents with enteral or parenteral nutrition or skin concerns.
- Participation with the IDT for weight variance & wound reviews.
- Providing oversight to the Dietary Manager for food service regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
Knowledge & Education Requirements
- Knowledge of Nutrition Care Process, and standard charting methods for paper and electronic medical records preferred.
- Experience in LTC, clinical dietetics, and some food service background required.
- Knowledge of regulations for Food & Nutrition Services department such as Title 22, CMS, Dept of Health, etc. essential.
- RD/RDN credentials required as well as professional liability insurance.
Please submit your resume and availability.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics
- Registered Dietitian certification
- Experience in health coaching and supervising
- Proficiency in creating care plans and conducting diagnostic evaluations
- Familiarity with EMR systems
- Previous experience in hospital or long-term care settings
- Strong knowledge of physiology and tube feeding techniques
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Education:
License/Certification:
- Registered Dietitian (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Santa Barbara, CA 93110 (Required)
Work Location: In person
