Green Card Registered Dietitian Jobs
Registered Dietitian roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. workers are available. Most RD positions satisfy EB-3 professional requirements through the standard bachelor's degree in dietetics, while advanced-degree candidates may qualify for EB-2. Sponsorship timelines vary by country of birth.
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Sun City, Arizona
Department Name:
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Facilities, Environmental Services, and Culinary
$5,000 sign on bonus for 12 months
If selected, the recruiter will provide eligibility criteria for the sign-on bonus
A rewarding career that fits your life. Learn how Banner Health, a certified Great Place To Work®, prioritizes team members and strives to be the best place to work in health care.
Facility Type & Recognition:
Acute Care Hospital
Rated "Best Regional Hospital" (2025-2026) by U.S. News & World Report
+ Ranked #4 in Phoenix
+ Ranked #5 in Arizona
* Certified as a Primary Stroke Center
Clinical Nutrition Department:
Collaborative team of registered dietitians and a dietetic technician
Includes 2 Senior RDs who received reimbursement for their CNSC (Certified Nutrition Support Clinician) exam
* Facility reimburses CDR (Commission on Dietetic Registration) credential verification
Minimum Requirements for Dietitian Positions:
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree required
Master's degree preferred
Experience in nutrition support (both Enteral and Parenteral nutrition)
New graduates may qualify if they gained nutrition support experience through their internship
Full-Time:
8:00am-4:30pm, M-F (with alternating weekends and rotating holidays)
$5,000 Sign on; requires 12 month commitment for Registered Dietitians
Position Summary
This position manages a complex caseload of patients by providing comprehensive nutritional assessments and nutrition-focused physical exams, developing and managing all aspects of appropriate nutrition care plans and monitoring outcomes of plans. Provides patient and family nutrition counseling and education. Develops Nutrition Standards of Practice and Education material in collaboration with peers. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary Health Care team providing input into patient care policies, programs, quality improvement activities and provides in-service education in areas of expertise.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Provides comprehensive nutrition assessment of patients' nutritional needs, to include nutrition-focused physical exams as appropriate. Obtains timely and appropriate data and analyzes/interprets data based on evidence-based standards and established practice guidelines.
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Demonstrates and maintains competency in enteral and parenteral clinical practice protocols and oral nutrition management standard of practice as demonstrated by successful completion of initial competency exams and ongoing evaluation.
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Initiates and manages the nutrition care, writing orders if applicable per state regulations, for all assigned patients including those receiving nutrition support (parenteral and enteral nutrition) per protocols.
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Evaluates effectiveness of the care plan and communicates effectively to the other members of the healthcare team to provide optimal nutrition outcomes. Provides pertinent information in the medical records, patient plans of care and/or clinical pathways while meeting requirements of regulatory agencies (i.e. Joint Commission, CMS, State and Local Agencies).
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Provides nutrition education to patients, families, staff and other health care team professionals through the development of effective teaching materials and in-service programs; Evaluates patient and/or family response to education.
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Provides leadership in area of coverage, monitors proper patient care procedures and acts as liaison with nursing areas. May participate in process improvement teams. Serves as mentor to new staff and interns where assigned.
-
Participates in continuous quality improvement activities in clinical areas to ensure optimal nutrition care outcomes are achieved. May participate in outcome studies as needed. In some roles, this position may manage assigned staff: recruits, selects, trains, evaluates, manages performance.
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This position interacts with patients, families, health care providers and nutrition and dietary staff in support of providing high quality nutrition assessment, care planning, delivery and measurement of outcomes. Position communicates effectively and provides education to ensure optimum nutritional care. Position works independently and provides guidance to nutrition services staff in the development of nutrition plans. Position may also provide community education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess knowledge of nutrition and dietetics demonstrated through the completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or equivalent coursework. Must be a Registered Dietitian or RD Eligible based on academic and professional requirements as defined by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Effective January 1, 2024 CDR requires a minimum of Master's degree to be eligible to take the registration examination. Must possess RD credentials within 6 months of hire. Must hold current registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and be able to maintain ongoing registration verification of registration annually. Maintains current licensure as required by State law.
Must be able to communicate effectively and function independently. Must be effective at prioritizing assigned patient case load.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
Primary City/State:
Sun City, Arizona
Department Name:
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Facilities, Environmental Services, and Culinary
$5,000 sign on bonus for 12 months
If selected, the recruiter will provide eligibility criteria for the sign-on bonus
A rewarding career that fits your life. Learn how Banner Health, a certified Great Place To Work®, prioritizes team members and strives to be the best place to work in health care.
Facility Type & Recognition:
Acute Care Hospital
Rated "Best Regional Hospital" (2025-2026) by U.S. News & World Report
+ Ranked #4 in Phoenix
+ Ranked #5 in Arizona
* Certified as a Primary Stroke Center
Clinical Nutrition Department:
Collaborative team of registered dietitians and a dietetic technician
Includes 2 Senior RDs who received reimbursement for their CNSC (Certified Nutrition Support Clinician) exam
* Facility reimburses CDR (Commission on Dietetic Registration) credential verification
Minimum Requirements for Dietitian Positions:
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree required
Master's degree preferred
Experience in nutrition support (both Enteral and Parenteral nutrition)
New graduates may qualify if they gained nutrition support experience through their internship
Full-Time:
8:00am-4:30pm, M-F (with alternating weekends and rotating holidays)
$5,000 Sign on; requires 12 month commitment for Registered Dietitians
Position Summary
This position manages a complex caseload of patients by providing comprehensive nutritional assessments and nutrition-focused physical exams, developing and managing all aspects of appropriate nutrition care plans and monitoring outcomes of plans. Provides patient and family nutrition counseling and education. Develops Nutrition Standards of Practice and Education material in collaboration with peers. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary Health Care team providing input into patient care policies, programs, quality improvement activities and provides in-service education in areas of expertise.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Provides comprehensive nutrition assessment of patients' nutritional needs, to include nutrition-focused physical exams as appropriate. Obtains timely and appropriate data and analyzes/interprets data based on evidence-based standards and established practice guidelines.
-
Demonstrates and maintains competency in enteral and parenteral clinical practice protocols and oral nutrition management standard of practice as demonstrated by successful completion of initial competency exams and ongoing evaluation.
-
Initiates and manages the nutrition care, writing orders if applicable per state regulations, for all assigned patients including those receiving nutrition support (parenteral and enteral nutrition) per protocols.
-
Evaluates effectiveness of the care plan and communicates effectively to the other members of the healthcare team to provide optimal nutrition outcomes. Provides pertinent information in the medical records, patient plans of care and/or clinical pathways while meeting requirements of regulatory agencies (i.e. Joint Commission, CMS, State and Local Agencies).
-
Provides nutrition education to patients, families, staff and other health care team professionals through the development of effective teaching materials and in-service programs; Evaluates patient and/or family response to education.
-
Provides leadership in area of coverage, monitors proper patient care procedures and acts as liaison with nursing areas. May participate in process improvement teams. Serves as mentor to new staff and interns where assigned.
-
Participates in continuous quality improvement activities in clinical areas to ensure optimal nutrition care outcomes are achieved. May participate in outcome studies as needed. In some roles, this position may manage assigned staff: recruits, selects, trains, evaluates, manages performance.
-
This position interacts with patients, families, health care providers and nutrition and dietary staff in support of providing high quality nutrition assessment, care planning, delivery and measurement of outcomes. Position communicates effectively and provides education to ensure optimum nutritional care. Position works independently and provides guidance to nutrition services staff in the development of nutrition plans. Position may also provide community education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess knowledge of nutrition and dietetics demonstrated through the completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or equivalent coursework. Must be a Registered Dietitian or RD Eligible based on academic and professional requirements as defined by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Effective January 1, 2024 CDR requires a minimum of Master's degree to be eligible to take the registration examination. Must possess RD credentials within 6 months of hire. Must hold current registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and be able to maintain ongoing registration verification of registration annually. Maintains current licensure as required by State law.
Must be able to communicate effectively and function independently. Must be effective at prioritizing assigned patient case load.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Registered Dietitian
Verify your CDR credential before applying
USCIS treats Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) certification as evidence of specialty occupation standing. Confirm your credential is active and matches the exact job title on your offer letter before your employer files the PERM application.
Target healthcare systems with established PERM history
Large hospital networks, long-term care operators, and VA-affiliated facilities file PERM applications regularly and have in-house or retained immigration counsel. Prioritize employers whose HR teams already understand DOL prevailing-wage requirements for RD roles.
Search for sponsoring RD employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Registered Dietitian roles by employers with active green card sponsorship history, so you're applying only where PERM filings are already part of the hiring process rather than a negotiation you have to start from scratch.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Run your prospective job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before your employer files the LCA. PERM wages are locked at filing, so a Level I wage determination can affect your offer negotiation and long-term compensation.
Understand how your country of birth affects EB-3 wait times
EB-3 professional backlogs differ dramatically by country of birth, not citizenship. Nationals from India and China face multi-year queues while most other nationalities remain current. Check the monthly Visa Bulletin to model your realistic green card timeline before committing to a sponsorship path.
Request that your employer file I-140 and PERM concurrently
DOL allows PERM and I-140 filing on overlapping timelines in some circumstances. Ask your employer's immigration attorney whether concurrent filing applies to your case, since an approved I-140 locks in your priority date even if you later change jobs under AC21 portability.
Green Card Registered Dietitian: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Registered Dietitian role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most RD positions qualify under EB-3 as a professional role requiring a bachelor's degree in dietetics or nutrition, plus CDR certification. EB-2 applies if the position requires an advanced degree, such as a master's in clinical nutrition, or if you're pursuing a National Interest Waiver. Your employer's offer letter and the job's stated minimum requirements determine which category applies.
How does green card sponsorship through PERM differ from H-1B for an RD role?
PERM sponsorship leads to permanent residency rather than temporary status, and EB-3 professional filings are not subject to an annual lottery. Unlike the H-1B visa cap, your employer can file PERM at any time of year. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM requires a DOL-supervised recruitment process that typically takes six to twelve months before USCIS even receives the I-140 petition.
Which types of employers typically sponsor green cards for Registered Dietitians?
Hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, dialysis centers, and integrated health systems are the most frequent sponsors because they employ RDs in permanent, full-time clinical roles that satisfy PERM's bona fide job requirement. Public health agencies and university medical centers also sponsor, particularly for roles with a research or community nutrition component that supports an advanced-degree EB-2 filing.
Where can I find Registered Dietitian jobs that already include green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search RD roles filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, saving you from applying to positions where sponsorship is uncertain. Targeting employers who have previously completed PERM filings for dietitian or allied health roles significantly shortens the negotiation phase and improves your offer-to-filing conversion rate.
Can I change employers after my PERM is approved but before I receive my green card?
Yes, if your I-140 has been approved for at least 180 days and your adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days, AC21 portability allows you to move to a same or similar RD role with a new employer without losing your priority date. USCIS evaluates whether the new position falls within the same Standard Occupational Classification code as your original petition.