Private Practice Registered Dietitian: Full-Time *SEPTEMBER 2026 START* EMPLOYEES MUST RESIDE IN NORTH CAROLINA Join Nutritious Thoughts, a thriving group practice of compassionate, weight-inclusive dietitians dedicated to fostering healthy relationships with food through personalized one-on-one counseling and community support. We believe all individuals deserve respectful care, regardless of body size, shape, or ability. Utilizing a relational and trauma-informed approach, we empower clients to achieve lasting well-being through mindful nourishment and healing. If you are a highly motivated and collaborative dietitian passionate about non-diet nutrition counseling, we encourage you to apply! Position Details: Full-time, hybrid in Cary, North Carolina, W-2 Registered Dietitian Nutritious Thoughts RDs play a crucial role in supporting individuals by providing high-quality nutrition counseling that is personalized, affirming, relational, and inclusive. Nutritious Thoughts RDs are capable of working independently, but they thrive in collaborative environments—valuing connection and opportunities to learn from their colleagues.
Pay Range: $30-$33 per hour with additional benefits and raise opportunities. Expected total compensation in the range of $65,000-$80,000 per year, based on experience and caseload.
Location: Cary, NC - Employees must reside in the state of North Carolina
Start Date: September 14, 2026
Benefits: The right candidate will find this role both challenging and deeply rewarding. At Nutritious Thoughts, our benefits are thoughtfully designed to support a healthy work-life balance, recognize the personal growth that comes with this meaningful work, and address the higher rates of burnout common in this field. We are committed to fostering both personal and professional development within our team.
Becoming a valued member of a collaborative and caring team of like-minded professionals
Paid self-care time daily
Paid Clinical Supervision: Individual (weekly) and Group (twice per month)
Paid personal and professional development trainings
Valuable paid In-house Trainings (Provides up to 20 RD CE hours per year)
Continuing Education Stipend
Virtual/Hybrid Stipend
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Flexible work schedule
Retirement account with up to 3% company matching
Comprehensive Medical Benefits including supplemental benefits (vision, dental, short-term disability, life, Flexible Spending Account)
Liability insurance paid
Annual state licensure and annual Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) fees paid
Extensive paid onboarding and training prior to meeting with clients and throughout first year
Marketing, scheduling, billing, and administrative teams to provide new clients and ongoing support
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth nutrition assessment for each client utilized a relational care approach
Develop individualized, non-diet treatment plans aligned with client goals, considering their health conditions, relationship with food and body, budget, and preferences.
Provide compassionate individual and family nutrition education and counseling sessions
Monitor clients’ progress and make necessary adjustments to their treatment plan to support their journey
Collaboration with clients’ team to integrate nutrition care into overall client treatment plans
Maintain detailed and timely documentation, including nutrition assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes
Stay informed of the latest research and developments in the field of nutrition science to ensure the provision of evidence-based care
Participate in company meetings and training sessions as required
Lead one clinical training session and/or office meeting per year
Adhere to all regulatory requirements (continuing education, HIPAA, licensure, etc.) and company policies and procedures, including communication response times.
Endeavor to meet and maintain company job requirements, including productivity, client retention, meeting attendance, etc.
Assist with onboarding and development of newly hired dietitians and clinical interns by inviting them to shadow clinical sessions and provide general support and encouragement
Optional participation in internal teams based on your interests and company needs.
Contribute to collaborative creative projects that align with your professional goals and company objectives
Schedule Requirements
Team members have flexibility in their schedules with the expectation they are meeting the job requirements
Some choose to work evenings/weekends to meet client and personal needs
Full-Time position requires 18-20 hours of completed client hours per week with a total of 30-32 work hours per week. Availability to increase to 20-25 client hours per week to reach a 40-hour workweek with caseload stability.
Essential Skills
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to develop rapport with clients on an individual basis through a relational care model
Time management and organization
Qualifications
Registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), Active and in good standing
North Carolina State Licensure, Active and in good standing
One year of clinical experience in a setting serving a similar clientele, preferred
Eligible for or already paneled with commercial insurance providers
Physical Requirements
Position is mostly sedentary with regular need to traverse throughout the office