Travel RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Washington, DC
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy
5x8 hrs

Travel Hospital Dietitian (RDN) – Washington, DC 20010. 13-week travel contract | 40 hrs/week. Estimated weekly salary: $1,670 - $1,800. Apply now for this clinical nutrition role.

Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Hospital Dietitian (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, RDN) in the heart of Washington, DC. This travel dietitian assignment serves a centrally located hospital (zip code 20010) and offers an opportunity to impact inpatient clinical nutrition across multiple units while enjoying the city’s museums, parks, and food scene. Ideal for RDNs seeking travel dietitian jobs, hospital dietitian positions, or Washington DC nutrition jobs.

Compensation

• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1,670 - $1,800

Job Details – Washington, DC Hospital Dietitian (Clinical Nutrition)

• Location: Washington, DC 20010 (Washington, DC hospital job)
• Setting: Hospital – Clinical Nutrition / Inpatient Nutrition Support
• Assignment Type: Travel Contract | Travel Dietitian Role
• Start Date: April 20, 2026
• End Date: July 20, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 4x10-hour days (7:00am – 5:30pm) OR 5x8-hour days (8:30am – 5:00pm)
• Hours per Week: 40
• On-Site Position: Yes
• Weekend Coverage: Required (rotating schedule)
• Float Requirement: May provide coverage to any hospital unit (acute care, med/surg, ICU, specialty units)

Job Requirements – Registered Dietitian Nutritionist / DC Licensure

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential required
• DC dietitian licensure required (pending licensure accepted with proof of application; license must be in hand by start date)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in adult outpatient/clinic settings OR at least 1 year of experience in a teaching hospital
• Clinical experience caring for patients with heart failure, post-op gastric bypass, dialysis/hemodialysis/CRRT, and acute/chronic kidney disease
• Preferred: Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC)
• Preferred: Experience with Cerner electronic medical record (EMR) and experience in trauma level I/II or community hospital settings
• Flu vaccination required (no exemptions)

Key Responsibilities – Clinical Nutrition & Nutrition Support

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and reassessments for adult and geriatric patients across hospital units
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans, therapeutic diet orders, and nutrition therapy for complex medical conditions
• Provide specialized nutrition education and counseling for patients with heart failure, post-op gastric bypass, kidney disease, and other conditions
• Manage enteral and parenteral nutrition therapy, monitor for complications, and assess fluid status
• Perform Nutrition-Focused Physical Exams (NFPE) to identify nutrient deficiencies, malabsorption, and protein-calorie malnutrition
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (physicians, nurses, pharmacists, therapists) to optimize patient outcomes
• Float to different units as needed to provide comprehensive inpatient nutrition support
• Document nutrition care and interventions using Cerner EMR (electronic charting)

This role is an excellent fit for registered dietitian nutritionists seeking hospital dietitian travel assignments or Washington DC dietitian jobs with strong clinical nutrition experience. If you are an RDN experienced in nutrition support, NFPE, enteral/parenteral nutrition, and interdisciplinary care, we encourage you to apply.

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Travel Hospital Dietitian in Washington, DC. Join our clinical nutrition team today and make a meaningful impact on inpatient care!

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