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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Location:
Bon Secours Southside Regional Medical Center
Pay Rate:
Salary - Salary Plan, 65,000.00 USD Annual
Work Shift:
Job Description
We’re looking for a friendly, compassionate leader to join our culinary team!
Guide patients, families, and facility staff on all aspects of medical nutrition therapy to create a healthy and healing environment. Build relationships with physicians and nursing to support patient satisfaction and achieve quality care that meets each patient’s nutritional needs.
Responsibilities
Registered Dietitian at Bon Secours Southside Regional Medical Center in Petersburg, VA
Full and Part-Time Positions Available!
Full-Time: Starting salary $65,000 (Negotiable based on experience)
Part-Time: Starting hourly rate $35/hr (Negotiable based on experience) x 24 hrs per week
Extra benefits include paid CDR fees and FREE monthly CEUs!
Principal Duties & Responsibilities - Essential Functions
Nutrition Assessments & Follow-Ups
- Complete nutrition assessments and follow-ups for individuals with increased nutritional needs in accordance with facility policies.
- Document assessment of nutritional goals and/or changes in status in the medical record.
- Educate individuals and/or their family members on nutritional needs as indicated.
- Attend patient rounds on assigned floors.
- Inform nursing and physicians of changes in patient/resident nutritional status.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the Clinical Nutrition Manager, Lead Clinical Dietitian, or DFNS.
Patient/Resident Satisfaction
- Participate in patient/resident satisfaction programs with culinary and nutrition services.
- Ensure processes are followed and participate in performance improvements within trouble areas.
Patient Services Program Implementation & Maintenance
- Educate staff, nursing, and food service employees on issues regarding special diets or formulas.
- Review and approve menus, formularies, substitutions, or changes.
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals of all backgrounds
- Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication
- Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
- Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
- Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
- Team Player: Willingness to provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
- Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
- Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment
Requirements
- Registered Dietitian with the Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed dietitian as required per state regulations
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or related field
- Knowledge of regulatory standards
- Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software
What We Offer
- Paid time off (vacation and sick)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career development and ongoing training
Important to Know
- Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.
- Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
- HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.
Who is HHS
HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, nutrition services, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries. We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.
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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.