Registered Dietitian Jobs in North Carolina

Registered Dietitian jobs in North Carolina are consistently active across hospital systems, outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, and public health programs, with openings at every level from new graduate through senior clinical dietitian. Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro are the primary hiring metros, anchored by established employers such as Atrium Health, Duke Health, and UNC Health. Clinical nutrition, eating disorder treatment, and community and public health nutrition are among the most in-demand specializations across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles43
Top employerFresenius Medical Care
Top cityCharlotte, NC
Cities hiring28
Work type44% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Registered Dietitian (RD) | NC License
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Registered Dietitian (RD) | NC License
Pomelo Care
Fayetteville, North Carolina
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Public Health
501-1,000

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Registered Dietitian Nutritionist- Part Time
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Registered Dietitian Nutritionist- Part Time
Nutrition HealthWorks
Raleigh, North Carolina
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Public Health
$45 - $55/hr
Hybrid
Master's degree

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Part-Time Registered Dietitian
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Part-Time Registered Dietitian
HHS
Wilson, North Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$35/hr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Registered Dietitian
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Registered Dietitian
HHS
Durham, North Carolina
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Master's degree
10,000+

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Registered Dietitian, Regional
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Registered Dietitian, Regional
Principle Long Term Care
North Carolina
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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Registered Dietitian Jobs by City in North Carolina

Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Charlotte
8 jobs
Raleigh
3 jobs
Gastonia
3 jobs
New Bern
2 jobs
Greensboro
2 jobs
Roanoke Rapids
2 jobs
Cary
1 job
Durham
1 job
Monroe
1 job

Registered Dietitian Job Market in North Carolina

A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Fresenius Medical Care5 open roles
HHS4 open roles
Principle Long Term Care4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What North Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in registered dietitian jobs across North Carolina.

  • Active Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential recognized by the North Carolina Board of Dietetics/Nutrition
  • Commission on Dietetic Registration RDN credential or eligibility to sit for the registration exam
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or a closely related accredited field
  • Completion of an ACEND-accredited dietetic internship or supervised practice program
  • Experience with medical nutrition therapy in a clinical or community health setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health records systems commonly used in North Carolina health systems

Registered Dietitian Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a registered dietitian in North Carolina?

To work as a registered dietitian in North Carolina, you must hold an active license issued by the North Carolina Board of Dietetics/Nutrition. That requires completing an accredited bachelor's or graduate-level nutrition program, finishing a supervised dietetic internship, and passing the Commission on Dietetic Registration credentialing exam to earn the RDN designation. Once you hold the RDN, you can apply for the North Carolina license, which must be renewed on a regular schedule with continuing education.

How much do registered dietitians make in North Carolina?

Registered dietitians in North Carolina earn a median of about $67,560 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,910 for the lowest 10% to over $88,860 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire registered dietitians in North Carolina?

Employers hiring registered dietitians in North Carolina right now include Fresenius Medical Care, HHS, and Principle Long Term Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. North Carolina's large integrated health systems, including academic medical centers and regional hospital networks, account for the majority of consistent openings across the state.

Which North Carolina cities have the most registered dietitian jobs?

Charlotte, Raleigh, and Gastonia have the most registered dietitian openings in North Carolina. Charlotte leads because of its concentration of large hospital systems and corporate wellness programs, while Raleigh and Durham benefit from the Research Triangle's academic medical centers, health tech employers, and growing outpatient and community health infrastructure that also pulls demand into smaller surrounding communities.

Are there remote registered dietitian jobs in North Carolina?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since much of the work involves direct patient assessment and hands-on counseling. About 56% of registered dietitian openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which reflects a real but selective segment of the market. Telehealth nutrition counseling and health coaching roles are the positions most likely to be fully remote.

How can I get hired as a registered dietitian in North Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for dietetic internship or new-graduate clinical rotations at large North Carolina health systems such as UNC Health, Atrium Health, or Duke Health, which regularly bring on entry-level RDNs for inpatient and outpatient roles. Completing your North Carolina licensure quickly after passing the RDN exam removes a common hiring barrier. Candidates who have interned or completed clinical hours in a North Carolina facility are frequently favored for permanent openings at that same organization.

Where can I find and apply to registered dietitian jobs in North Carolina?

You can find and apply to registered dietitian jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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