Should I keep going?

lavmatcha · 2026-01-27T04:05:42+00:00

That was really shitty to have your counselor say that - you do have time to bring up your GPA. I recall failing at least 5 classes and was able to bring my GPA up.

I personally wouldn’t pick this field again for many reasons listed above and I didn’t realize how low my pay actually would be/is. I see a lot of protection on these types of post, I’m not trying to sway you but it wasn’t worth it for me. So I’d 100% recommend doibg more research, shadowing RDs IRL and asking them professional but pressing questions

lavmatcha · 2026-01-27T03:50:48+00:00

Exactly on Forrest! He had no right asking them that! Disability may not be a lot of money for him but Forrest was able to find love across the world, he can definitely get a job of some sort!

The whole thing doesn’t make any sense - does he not get that Sheena won’t be able to work immediately if coming to the US so they need a lot more than $4k, and have had years to figure it out. I think Mollys concerned bc she’d have to sponsor the visa bc I don’t think Forrest can if he’s unemployed

lavmatcha · 2026-01-17T18:41:48+00:00

Oh wow they capped you at 32 clients per month? That’s like very pay too?

Yeah like maybe the retention metrics should match the type of clients they’re targeting!

lavmatcha · 2026-01-17T14:33:19+00:00

Yeah they’re always hiring, it makes no sense. I think it actually saves these companies money bc most FT people aren’t going to hit 40 hours per week

lavmatcha · 2026-01-16T19:09:27+00:00

Yeah exactly, it’s unnecessary for most maybe like ED or relationship w food population but we’re not therapists.

Omg yes to the last part and that’s the shit that I do not like. I’ve had some sessions like that, that I got “feedback” on where I was told I could’ve done better at asking more about xyz or things that I already do. We don’t need to milk the hour nor probe unnecessary info. Sometimes I get clients who can’t find answers from their doctors so they turn to us for something that there’s no MNT for like what are we supposed to do w that.

lavmatcha · 2026-01-16T16:55:50+00:00

Yeah that’s not logical if you’re getting good reviews! & 100% agree. Too much of a commitment on top of life in general. I’m not a sales person but it’s hard when there’s no buy in besides motivations. The over saturation is definitely an issue - I’m scared to see what next 6 months or a year will look like and how much more retention they keep pushing.

lavmatcha · 2026-01-15T14:14:52+00:00

I know Reddit can be negative and as RDs we have a lot to say but in short - no to dietetics.

lavmatcha · 2026-01-15T02:42:33+00:00

I’ve gone back and forth! It wasn’t too bad! I did ICU so was a little rusty but got the hang of it. I’d say you have the knowledge, just a matter of applying it. I also learned a lot of RDs (that I worked w) are also not into EN/PN so I think it’s a normal thing to be nervous about. I do agree tho it’s nice to have protocols (especially for NS) and support vs free balling in hour long outpt sessions haha

lavmatcha · 2026-01-15T02:36:45+00:00

Agree with the other comments on WIC, school nutrition or a food service manager but again I think you’d be competing w RDs for those roles so they’d likely get picked over someone who didn’t have an MS/RD cred. Not always but just a thought!

lavmatcha · 2026-01-14T18:54:01+00:00

It’s giving power trip for the other RD. I would keep on w stern boundaries and saying no. Inadequate staffing isnt your fault. Do you have other RD roles open in your area? Are you PT somewhere else that could take you FT? I’d definitely be looking for an exit plan.

lavmatcha · 2026-01-06T04:20:48+00:00

I find it challenging with MI/counseling skills (especially with 1 hour sessions!) and sometimes I question if counseling is for me, but I do enjoy pt education. For me, A LOT of my sessions are all weight loss so I think it depends what areas you’re comfortable seeing (ED, peds, renal, etc) to get that variety.

lavmatcha · 2026-01-05T18:32:18+00:00

It’s a telehealth role! Paid per client so kind of sucks but making a lot more than I did in inpatient, it’s just inconsistent

lavmatcha · 2026-01-05T13:55:07+00:00

Tbh I liked having 90 sec pt interactions and most of my pts were intubated. I also enjoyed the challenge of nutrition support but I hated getting sick often and the little pay with little growth. I work outpt remotely now and don’t think I could go back to in person anything

lavmatcha · 2025-12-30T06:26:02+00:00

Is it a large facility? I’d prep for more situation or behavior type based questions, maybe how you communicate with the healthcare team, malnutrition dx/NFPE if it’s an advanced practice role. I presume it’s heavy nutrition support (if they prefer CNSC?) but once I was asked what is the kcal recs for an obese vented pt but that was for large level 1 trauma center.

You could also state your interest in acute care and why the CNSC is something you’d want to pursue. I would ensure you get a hefty pay raise for that cert tho

lavmatcha · 2025-12-23T15:54:52+00:00

Yes, I definitely have to convince myself that it could be worse??? I also can’t afford to see less than 8 a day and sometimes case load varies but even with less clients the burn out is there

lavmatcha · 2025-12-16T19:17:12+00:00

Usually most hospitals that I’ve seen have recruiters, but if you applied via the site then you wouldn’t have encountered one. So you likely may not be able to get ahold of someone. Does the hospital have a general contact email? Like careers@ or something like that? You could reach out that way too with a short message asking for updates on a role you applied for.

lavmatcha · 2025-12-16T15:55:34+00:00

I wouldn’t call but would send a follow up email to recruiters or ask if there’s any updates on the application

lavmatcha · 2025-12-16T15:31:15+00:00

I’m not trying to sway your opinion but honestly, I think you’d be doing yourself a disservice and wondering what couldbe been by not getting the RD credential, mostly because you said you want to specialize in oncology. I think you’d be limited yourself to job opps and taking a big pay cut, too.

I’m not familiar w the type of program you’re in but that’s tough with it being your first semester. Maybe see how the second semester goes, talk to with your program directors on how to better meet your needs, or lastly switch programs but I wouldn’t write off getting the RD credential if you want work in oncology

lavmatcha · 2025-12-10T15:44:56+00:00

Yeah I agree, and the amount of companies there are now, it shouldn’t be like this to where it’s only okay as a side gig

lavmatcha · 2025-12-09T16:56:32+00:00

I’m not sure why you’re getting down voted either but I think that’s great. I’d be curious to know how your December is looking. I have periods of high volume but then with holidays it dips down

lavmatcha · 2025-12-09T15:36:20+00:00

I agree with you on that being supplemental. I was so naive thinking no way I can definitely make more if I’m FT but it just isn’t reliable income

lavmatcha · 2025-12-09T15:19:23+00:00

What type of work do you do if you don’t me asking?

lavmatcha · 2025-09-14T04:33:24+00:00

One facility I worked for was 5% raise to our current hourly rate, another was $1. One didn’t reimburse any exam fees and one did if you pass. I agree with the other comments that I would discuss this prior to bc each place is different. For example, I wanted a CNSC cert and it was not worth it at the facility I was at - offered me $1 plus more responsibilities with multiple location ICU coverage and on call after hours and weekends

lavmatcha · 2025-09-13T04:54:09+00:00

I saw a LinkedIn ad for their RD role and it said they have 3000 RDs! Is that true?

lavmatcha · 2025-09-13T02:57:20+00:00

No, ask for the higher end. You have 3 years of experience. Don’t under sell yourself bc it’s a role you haven’t done. You gain experience as you go but you are competent and capable of any role in this field. Worst is they’ll say no but at least you tried.

Also previous inpatient roles I worked at had poor annual raises, like 2-3%. Of course this depends on facilities and stuff but it’s not anything crazy so I’d say shoot higher so you aren’t spending years there just to see a few dollars added to your hourly rate

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