Registered Dietitian / RD2Be (Full Time)
Listed compensation
$40-$50/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Role: Registered Dietitian / RD2Be
- Location: Washington, D.C. (Hybrid)
- Type: Full Time
- Pay Rate: Starting at $40/hour and up (Based on Experience, Education and credential)
Build your career in Washington, D.C., where history, culture, and healthcare innovation come together. We are seeking a passionate Registered Dietitian/RD Eligible Candidate to provide clinical nutrition services in a Behavioral Health (BEH) facility. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting individuals with behavioral and mental health needs through evidence-based nutrition care.
Join Nutritious Lifestyles and help improve lives through the power of Food as Medicine.
What You'll Do
- Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and develop individualized nutrition care plans for behavioral health patients.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and interdisciplinary teams to support patient recovery and wellness.
- Monitor nutrition interventions, provide patient and staff education, and promote healthy eating behaviors in a behavioral health setting.
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory and facility standards.
Who Should Apply
- Registered Dietitians (RDNs) with an active Washington, D.C. Dietitian License (or eligible to obtain one).
- RD Eligible (RD2Be) candidates.
- Graduating Dietetic Interns – No Experience Needed.
- Experienced RDNs seeking a rewarding healthcare career.
- Strong communicators who thrive in a collaborative environment.
What We Offer
- Complimentary RD Exam Tutoring (87% First-Attempt Pass Rate)
- Visa Sponsorship (OPT → H-1B → Green Card)
- Autonomy and flexibility – No weekends
- One-on-one mentorship and training
- Relocation and Welcome Wagon assistance
- Reimbursement for registration, licensure, and exam fees
- Free CEUs
- Referral and performance bonuses
- Career advancement opportunities
- Work-life balance
- Health Insurance, 401(k), and Paid Time Off (PTO)
Come Grow With Us!
Take the next step in your professional journey with Nutritious Lifestyles and make a lasting impact on the lives of individuals receiving behavioral health care.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and develop individualized care plans for behavioral health patients. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to monitor interventions and provide patient education.
Requirements
Candidates must be a Registered Dietitian or RD Eligible with an active Washington, D.C. license or eligibility to obtain one. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Dietitian Career Context
Of the 50 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 34% have no call, 78% require no weekends — this position is remote.
The cost-of-living index for District of Columbia is 109.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $85k in an average-cost state. 64.3% of District of Columbia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Registered Dietitian / RD2Be (Full Time) at Nutritious Lifestyles a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) — ranked against 3,208 active Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.
Top Dietitian Jobs
17 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution17 jobs · 9 employers
Annual compensation range
Benefits & Perks17 jobs · 9 employers
Share of similar jobs offering each benefit
Registered Dietitian-PACE
Neighborhood Healthcare · Riverside, California
Regional Registered Dietitian
Medical Nutrition Therapy Associates · Baltimore, Maryland
Regional Dietitian Wellbeing Director- Allergen Management
$110k-$120kRegistered Dietitian
$70k-$117kWork-life snapshot
Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,208 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
- No weekends
- Hybrid
- Remote