Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is looking for Rehabilitation Registered Dietitian in Timberlake, VA.
This local job opportunity with ID 3939262813 is live since 2026-11-03 17:21:59.
Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide evidence-based nutrition care for inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation patients. The RD will complete comprehensive nutrition assessments, develop individualized care plans, monitor progress, and adjust interventions to support recovery and chronic disease management. Responsibilities include collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, educating patients and families, documenting in the EMR, and contributing to quality and safety initiatives. This role supports a mission-driven, patient-first culture with opportunities for professional growth and continuing education. Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments for inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation patients. Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans based on medical diagnosis, labs, and functional status. Monitor patient progress and adjust nutrition interventions to support recovery and disease management. Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients, families, and caregivers. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other team members in interdisciplinary rounds and care conferences. Document all assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record in a timely, accurate manner. Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards for clinical nutrition services. Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to nutrition, safety, and patient outcomes. Support menu planning, diet orders, and special diets in coordination with food and nutrition services. Engage in continuing education and professional development to maintain best-practice, evidence-based care. Medical nutrition therapy Nutrition assessment Enteral and parenteral nutrition Clinical documentation (EMR) Menu planning and diet modification Interdisciplinary care coordination Patient and family nutrition education Chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, renal) Regulatory compliance (JCAHO, CMS) Food-allergy and special diet management Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential State licensure or eligibility as required in Virginia ServSafe or food safety certification (preferred) Specialty certification in clinical nutrition or rehabilitation (preferred)5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386
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