Dietitian Jobs in Kentucky
Dietitian jobs in Kentucky are steadily active, with consistent demand across hospital systems, long-term care facilities, public health agencies, and outpatient clinical settings. Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green account for the largest share of openings, where employers like Norton Healthcare, UK HealthCare, and Baptist Health regularly bring on dietitians at both entry and senior levels. Clinical nutrition, renal dietetics, and community and public health nutrition are the specialties drawing the most consistent interest from Kentucky hiring managers. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Why Work at Concerto? What is in it for you?
- Clinical/Corporate Career Advancement
- Flexible Schedule
- Minimum of two (2) monthly shift pick ups
Who Are We?
Concerto Renal Services is an industry leader in sub-acute hemodialysis within a skilled nursing facility and/or long-term care facility. We are a rapidly expanding business with a simple mission: reimagining dialysis care, one community at a time. Our model focuses on ensuring those with end-stage renal disease receive the best possible care through a more convenient, centralized, continuous care model.
Why is this Role Essential?
Concerto is seeking a PRN Renal Dietitian to join its team! The PRN Renal Dietitian is responsible for providing nutrition education, counseling and interventions as appropriate to End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) patients and authorized caregivers in clinical settings to maximize the patient’s nutritional well-being.
What Will You Do?
1. Nutrition Assessment & Care Planning
Conducts initial and ongoing nutrition assessments, develops individualized care plans, and updates them in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team (IDT).
2. Medical Nutrition Therapy & Monitoring
Designs and adjusts nutrition interventions based on lab results, dialysis adequacy, and patient goals. Monitors progress and documents monthly.
3. Patient Education & Counseling
Provides tailored nutrition education using appropriate materials, considering each patient’s medical, social, and economic background.
4. Team Collaboration & Facility Support
Participates in care conferences and quality improvement meetings. Travels to assigned facilities and provides coverage as needed.
5. Professional Development & Compliance
Maintains credentials, stays current with clinical practices, and adheres to CMS regulations and company standards.
You Might Be a Good Fit If…
- Compassionate and Empathetic
- A Critical Thinker and Problem-Solver
- An Individual who Thrives in a Team Environment
- An Individual with Excellent Communication Skills
- Purpose-driven
What’s Required?
- Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or similar area required.
- Registered Dietitian with at least 12 months’ clinical experience as required by CMS.
- State licensure or certification required if licensure or certification is available in the state where the facility is located.
- Intermediate computer skills and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook required as proficiency with Concerto specific applications within 60 days of employment.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Why Work at Concerto? What is in it for you?
- Clinical/Corporate Career Advancement
- Flexible Schedule
- Minimum of two (2) monthly shift pick ups
Who Are We?
Concerto Renal Services is an industry leader in sub-acute hemodialysis within a skilled nursing facility and/or long-term care facility. We are a rapidly expanding business with a simple mission: reimagining dialysis care, one community at a time. Our model focuses on ensuring those with end-stage renal disease receive the best possible care through a more convenient, centralized, continuous care model.
Why is this Role Essential?
Concerto is seeking a PRN Renal Dietitian to join its team! The PRN Renal Dietitian is responsible for providing nutrition education, counseling and interventions as appropriate to End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) patients and authorized caregivers in clinical settings to maximize the patient’s nutritional well-being.
What Will You Do?
1. Nutrition Assessment & Care Planning
Conducts initial and ongoing nutrition assessments, develops individualized care plans, and updates them in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team (IDT).
2. Medical Nutrition Therapy & Monitoring
Designs and adjusts nutrition interventions based on lab results, dialysis adequacy, and patient goals. Monitors progress and documents monthly.
3. Patient Education & Counseling
Provides tailored nutrition education using appropriate materials, considering each patient’s medical, social, and economic background.
4. Team Collaboration & Facility Support
Participates in care conferences and quality improvement meetings. Travels to assigned facilities and provides coverage as needed.
5. Professional Development & Compliance
Maintains credentials, stays current with clinical practices, and adheres to CMS regulations and company standards.
You Might Be a Good Fit If…
- Compassionate and Empathetic
- A Critical Thinker and Problem-Solver
- An Individual who Thrives in a Team Environment
- An Individual with Excellent Communication Skills
- Purpose-driven
What’s Required?
- Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or similar area required.
- Registered Dietitian with at least 12 months’ clinical experience as required by CMS.
- State licensure or certification required if licensure or certification is available in the state where the facility is located.
- Intermediate computer skills and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook required as proficiency with Concerto specific applications within 60 days of employment.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Dietitian Job Market in Kentucky
A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Healthcare Services12
- Norton Healthcare4
- Morrison Healthcare4
- Claxton Dietetic Solutions3
- Venza Care2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in dietitian jobs across Kentucky.
- Active Kentucky dietitian license issued by the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Dietitians and Nutritionists
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Bachelor's or master's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or a closely related field
- Completion of an accredited supervised practice program or dietetic internship
- Experience in clinical documentation and electronic health record systems
- Strong communication skills for patient counseling and interdisciplinary care coordination
Dietitian Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a dietitian in Kentucky?
You must obtain a license from the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Dietitians and Nutritionists before practicing in the state. This requires completing an accredited dietetics or nutrition degree program, finishing a supervised practice experience through an accredited dietetic internship, and passing the Commission on Dietetic Registration credentialing exam to earn the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential. Once credentialed, you apply to the board for your Kentucky license.
How much do dietitians make in Kentucky?
Dietitians in Kentucky earn a median of about $69,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $31,820 for the lowest 10% to over $89,710 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire dietitians in Kentucky?
Employers hiring dietitians in Kentucky right now include Healthcare Services, Norton Healthcare, and Morrison Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kentucky's largest integrated health systems and long-term care networks tend to post the most consistent openings, particularly in Louisville and Lexington where medical centers and regional hospital networks are concentrated.
Which Kentucky cities have the most dietitian jobs?
Louisville, Pikeville, and Owensboro have the most dietitian openings in Kentucky. Louisville leads because of its concentration of large hospital systems, rehabilitation centers, and corporate food service operations, while Lexington's openings are driven largely by UK HealthCare and the University of Kentucky's affiliated clinical and research programs.
Are there remote dietitian jobs in Kentucky?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields because much dietitian work involves direct patient contact, food service oversight, and hands-on clinical assessment. About 23% of dietitian openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with telehealth nutrition counseling and corporate wellness program roles being the most likely to offer remote options.
How can I get hired as a dietitian in Kentucky with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for new-graduate or dietetic intern conversion roles at Kentucky's large health systems, particularly Norton Healthcare and UK HealthCare, which periodically hire newly credentialed dietitians into structured onboarding programs. Community health agencies and public health departments funded through the Kentucky Department for Public Health also bring on entry-level dietitians for nutrition education roles. Earning your Kentucky license and RDN credential before applying gives you a clear advantage, and lateral experience as a diet technician or nutrition aide at a Kentucky hospital or long-term care facility can open doors to full dietitian positions.
Where can I find and apply to dietitian jobs in Kentucky?
You can find and apply to dietitian jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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