Travel RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Jefferson City, Missouri
Capital Region Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Travel Dietitian

Location: Jefferson City, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) with a Missouri license to provide dietary services. This is a travel contract position with flexible shift hours to be discussed during the interview. The role requires on-call availability every other weekend, with weekend coverage likely totaling 4-8 hours between 6:30am and 6:30pm.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) license in Missouri
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
• Recent experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist within the last year

Essential Job Functions

• Work at assigned location throughout the contract
• Work substantial time of assigned shifts
• Take call and work assigned weekends and holidays

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background checks including 7-year history and various federal/state screenings
• Verification of Missouri state license within 60 days of start
• Proof of identity (Photo ID) and employment eligibility (I9, E-Verify)
• Negative drug screen (7 panel) within 60 days of start
• Immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or approved exemption)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or immunity
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season
• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Photo for badge (new candidates only)
• Completion of facility-specific forms and acknowledgments (e.g., confidentiality agreement)

Additional Notes

• The position requires flexibility with rotating shifts and holiday coverage.
• Candidates must be able to meet physical demands and infection control standards.
• Prior travel experience is not required, making this suitable for first-time travel healthcare workers.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this travel dietitian position in Missouri.