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Travel Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) – Pediatric & Adult Nutrition Support in Baltimore, MD

Join our healthcare team as a Travel Registered Dietitian providing medical nutrition therapy for complex pediatric and adult patients in Baltimore, Maryland.

Make a meaningful impact as a Clinical Dietitian supporting complex pediatric and adult patients in a collaborative hospital and outpatient setting. This 13-week travel dietitian assignment offers the opportunity to provide medical nutrition therapy, nutrition education, and specialized nutrition support for patients with gastrointestinal conditions, short gut syndrome, enteral feeding needs, and other complex diagnoses. First-time travelers are welcome, and adult dietitian experience may be considered in lieu of pediatric experience.

Located in Baltimore's scenic northwest neighborhoods, the 21209 area offers a welcoming community atmosphere, access to parks and trails, historic charm, and convenient proximity to the city's cultural attractions and downtown resources.

Travel Dietitian Job Details

• Location: Baltimore, Maryland
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,860–$2,000
• Assignment: 13-week travel dietitian contract, with potential for a longer assignment
• Start Date: October 19, 2026
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week, 8-hour day shifts; Monday through Friday block schedule
• Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week, generally 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; one weekday may include a later schedule for group education classes
• Healthcare Setting: Hospital-based inpatient nutrition support with outpatient clinics and feeding programs
• Patient Population: Infants, children, adolescents, and select adult patients with complex nutritional needs
• Weekends and Call: Not required
• Additional Scheduling: Holidays may be required as scheduled; floating within scope may be necessary

Clinical Dietitian Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of professional dietitian experience
• Two years of pediatric dietitian experience preferred; qualified candidates with adult clinical dietitian experience will also be considered
• Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field, including required coursework and completion of a dietetic internship
• Candidates who passed the CDR examination before January 1, 2024, may qualify with a bachelor's degree, required coursework, and completion of a dietetic internship
• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration
• Active Maryland dietitian license
• Current BLS certification
• Experience with electronic documentation; MEDITECH experience required
• Knowledge of enteral nutrition, therapeutic diet orders, calorie counts, nutrition support, gastrointestinal complications, and short gut syndrome
• Strong communication, clinical judgment, organization, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills

Registered Dietitian Responsibilities

• Assess the nutritional status of inpatient and ambulatory care patients
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized medical nutrition therapy care plans
• Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients, caregivers, and outpatient program participants
• Support patients with complex gastrointestinal diagnoses, short gut syndrome, tube feeding needs, and occasional TPN requirements
• Participate in medical, nursing, rehabilitation, and interdisciplinary rounds
• Attend outpatient clinics and feeding programs, including weight management and nutrition rehabilitation services
• Work with patients transitioning from tube feeding toward oral intake when clinically appropriate
• Document assessments, recommendations, and treatment plans accurately in the electronic medical record
• Communicate effectively with families and members of the care team to promote continuity and adherence to nutrition plans
• Coordinate nutrition care and follow-up for designated patients while following departmental and hospital policies

Apply now to join this Baltimore, Maryland travel dietitian opportunity and make a difference through specialized pediatric and adult nutrition care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.