Part Time Nutritionist – WA Remote

Overview

Part-Time Nutritionist (Remote)

Department of Corrections Partnership

Pay: $32/hour

Schedule:

Part-time, 2 hours per day, Monday–Friday (flexible timing)

Contract Type:
Short-term contract

Location:

Washington State
- Remote (initial in-person orientation required)

We are seeking a licensed Nutritionist / Dietitian to support a short-term partnership with the Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC). This part-time role provides nutritional consultation services focused on assessment, education, and dietary planning in accordance with DOC policies, national nutrition standards, and evidence-based practice.

The Nutritionist will collaborate with medical and departmental staff to support nutritional care delivery while ensuring compliance with therapeutic diet guidelines.

• First day:
  Mandatory 4-hour in-person orientation

• Laptop provided

• Location:
  
  DOC Headquarters, Tumwater, WA

• 2 hours per day, Monday–Friday

• Flexible scheduling within standard business hours

• Provide nutritional assessment and consultation services to support individual dietary and therapeutic needs

• Develop and recommend nutrition care plans using medical history, nutritional assessment, medication review, and applicable clinical data

• Support appropriate utilization of therapeutic and modified diets in accordance with DOC policy and clinical guidelines

• Provide nutrition education to patients and staff as appropriate

• Document nutritional assessments, recommendations, and follow-up information per established standards

• Collaborate with medical providers, health services staff, and food service personnel to support continuity of care

• Assist in identifying individuals at nutritional risk and recommend appropriate interventions

• Maintain compliance with confidentiality, documentation standards, and DOC policies

• Active certification or licensure as a Nutritionist or Dietitian in the State of Washington

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, food and nutrition, or a related field

• Knowledge of medical nutrition therapy and therapeutic diet principles

• Ability to work independently in a structured environment

• Strong communication and documentation skills

• Experience working in healthcare, public health, or institutional settings

• Familiarity with correctional healthcare or population-based nutrition services

• Experience providing nutrition education or counseling

• Successful completion of DOC orientation and onboarding requirements

• Criminal background check and felony disclosure as required by DOC

• Completion of any required health screenings or mandatory training

• Ability to comply with DOC policies, procedures, and confidentiality standards

• Predictable, flexible daily schedule

• Short-term commitment with meaningful public health impact

• Opportunity to partner with the Washington State Department of Corrections

• No weekends or holidays required

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.