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Registered Dietitian

Boca Raton, FL ยท Hybrid

$29.50 - $39.75/hr

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition/Dietetics or related field * Accreditation by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) * Licensed dietitian or DTR in FL * (1) years of experience in dietetics ...

Nutrition Specialist

Dallas, TX ยท On-site

$56K/yr

BA/BS degree from an accredited university in Nutrition, Dietetics or Institutional Foods or related field in Home Economics or Family, Consumer Sciences and Health. A minimum of 6 months in ...

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How much do nutrition dietetics jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for nutrition dietetics in the United States is $35.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.05 and $40.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is nutrition and dietetics?

Nutrition and dietetics is a field focused on the study of food, nutrition, and how they affect human health. Professionals in this area, known as dietitians or nutritionists, provide guidance on healthy eating habits, create dietary plans, and help manage medical conditions through nutrition. They work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, schools, public health organizations, and private practices. The goal is to promote overall wellness and prevent or manage diseases by improving dietary choices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nutrition dietitian, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nutrition Dietitian, you need a strong background in food science, human nutrition, and diet planning, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in dietetics or nutrition and required licensure or registration (such as RD or RDN credentials). Familiarity with nutritional analysis software, electronic health records, and menu-planning tools is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to educate and motivate clients are vital soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure that dietitians can develop effective nutrition plans, communicate clearly with clients and healthcare teams, and promote long-term healthy lifestyle changes.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in nutrition and dietetics, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in nutrition and dietetics often encounter challenges such as staying updated with rapidly evolving nutrition science, managing large and diverse client caseloads, and addressing individual dietary needs within institutional constraints (like schools or hospitals). Navigating conflicting dietary preferences, cultural considerations, and resource limitations can also be demanding. These challenges can be addressed through ongoing professional development, strong communication skills, effective time management, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to create practical, evidence-based nutrition plans.

What is the difference between Nutrition Dietetics vs Nutritionist?

AspectNutrition DieteticsNutritionist
CredentialsRegistered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)Varies; some may have certifications or degrees in nutrition but not RD/RDN
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare settings, public healthPrivate practice, wellness centers, community programs
Industry UsageHealthcare, clinical nutrition, researchWellness, nutrition counseling, public education

Nutrition Dietetics typically requires RD/RDN credentials and involves clinical and healthcare settings, focusing on medical nutrition therapy. Nutritionists may have varied qualifications and often work in wellness or community environments. Both roles aim to improve health through nutrition but differ in credentials and work settings.

What kind of jobs do nutrition dietitians do?

Nutrition dietitians work in settings such as hospitals, clinics, community health programs, schools, and private practices, providing medical nutrition therapy, developing meal plans, and offering dietary counseling. They may also work in research, food service management, or public health, often requiring certification and strong communication skills.
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Infographic showing various Nutrition Dietetics job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 52% Full Time, 45% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,691 per year, or $35.9 per hour.

Mgr, Nutrition (Community Health Services)

Georgia Department of Public Health

Atlanta, GA โ€ข On-site

$73K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Job description

Salary: $73,677.24 Annually
Location : Atlanta, GA
Job Type: Full Time Salaried
Job Number: 00676-2027
Division/Section: District 3-2 County Position
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Pay Grade: M
Connect passion with purpose. The Fulton County Board of Health provides a variety of services that help protect residents from health threats, increase access to health services to improve health outcomes, and provide information that assists Fulton County citizens in living healthier lives.
The agency is seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Mgr, Nutrition within the Fulton County Board of Health in the WIC Division.
Standard Benefits for FULL Time Salaried EmployeesIn addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
www.fultoncountyboh.com
This is a WIC Grant Funding position.
Job Responsibilities
Provides nutrition, breastfeeding and operational support to WIC program employees, agency partners, and training specialist as assigned by the NSD. Provide direct onsite supervision to program training and support staff as assigned by NSD. Assist Nutrition Services Director to insure appropriate district-level process implementations that align with local, state, and federal policies and guidelines of the Georgia WIC Program. Assist NSD with data collection and reporting metrics to track participation, outcomes, and performance. Ensure FFY completion of local agency self reviews as required by State WIC Office by assisting NSD and Nutrition Program Management with documenting, monitoring, and evaluating the program for compliance to improve program effectiveness and efficiencies. Provides oversight of non-administrative funds (i.e. Special Project A Funds associated with Operational Adjustment Grant, partnerships grants, etc.) following compliance of federal, state, and local standards. Assist with grants, strategic planning, and development for nutrition services. Coordinates internships, WIC Farmer's Market team.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, food & nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university from an Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics accredited program and four (4) years of nutrition experience, which includes two (2) years in a managerial or supervisory role and registration as a Dietitian by the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics Commission and licensure as a Dietitian in the State of Georgia.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, food & nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university from an Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics accredited program and five (5) years of nutrition experience which includes, which includes two (2) years in a managerial or supervisory role.
Additional Information
The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's Performance Aptitudes:
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to synthesize, hypothesize, and/or theorize concerning data involving modification of existing policies, strategies, and/or methods to meet unique or unusual conditions. Requires the ability to do so within the context of existing organizational theories and management principles.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to function in a managerial capacity for a division or organizational unit; includes the ability to make decisions on procedural and technical levels.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of equipment and machinery, requiring the monitoring, adjustment, regulation, and/or setting of multiple conditions.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of references, descriptive, advisory, and/or design data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform moderately complex algebraic and geometric operations; ability to utilize principles of basic probability and statistical inference.
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of logical or synthesis functions; deal with concrete and abstract variables; and analyze major problems that require complex planning for interrelated activities that can span one or several work units.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in critical and/or unexpected situations involving moderate risk to the organization.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for the next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive a notification.
This position is subject to close at any time, once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
*District 3-2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer*
The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected categories when making selections.
The candidate chosen for employment will be subject to Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Reference Checks.
Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees
Part-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.
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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?
  • Yes
  • No

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Before beginning work duties, will you be able to provide evidence of your identity and right to work in the United States of America? (Employment is conditioned upon your providing timely and satisfactory evidence of you ability to work legally in the United States of America).
  • Yes
  • No

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What is your highest level of education completed?
  • Doctorate's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Associate's Degree
  • Vocational/Technical Degree
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Did Not Complete High School/GED

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Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Public Health or the County Board of Health?
  • No
  • Full Time Employee
  • Part Time Employee
  • Temp or Contractor
  • Intern
  • Volunteer

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university AND verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics?
  • No
  • Yes

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How many years of experience do you have in the area of nutrition and/or breastfeeding peer counselor program?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1+ Years
  • 2+ years
  • 3 years or more

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Do you have a Master's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, food & nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics accredited program AND registration as a Dietitian in the state of Georgia?
  • Yes
  • No

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Are you bilingual?
  • Yes
  • No

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Besides English, please list any additional languages you are proficient in.
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Are you a registered Dietitian by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Commission and Licensed Dietitian in the State of Georgia?
  • Yes
  • No

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How many years of experience do you have in a managerial or supervisory role?
  • None
  • 1 to 3 years
  • 3 to 5 years
  • 5 to 8 years
  • 8 years or more

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