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How much does a Senior Nutritionist make in Colorado? The average Senior Nutritionist salary in Colorado is $78,500 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $69,700 and $89,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Senior Nutritionist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Nutritionist Salary $61,688 CO February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Nutritionist Salary $69,700 CO February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Nutritionist Salary $78,500 CO February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Nutritionist Salary $89,000 CO February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Nutritionist Salary $98,560 CO February 26, 2024
25% $69,700 10% $61,688 90% $98,560 75% $89,000 $78,500 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Senior Nutritionist monitors and documents patient progress and consults with physicians as needed. Reviews physicians diagnosis and designs and implements therapeutic nutritional care plans for patients utilizing general dietetic standards and regulations. Being a Senior Nutritionist administers and advises food service operations to ensure menus comply with prescribed nutritional plans. Educates and provides guidance to staff, patients, and families regarding diet and food plans. In addition, Senior Nutritionist may supervise less experienced dieticians. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. Requires Registered Dietician (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). Being a Senior Nutritionist contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Working as a Senior Nutritionist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Nutritionist

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior Nutritionist

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Dietary Director


    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Jefferson, CO Avg. Salary $79,043 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Agate, CO Avg. Salary $77,312 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aguilar, CO Avg. Salary $72,079 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Akron, CO Avg. Salary $74,572 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alamosa, CO Avg. Salary $72,079 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Allenspark, CO Avg. Salary $79,299 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alma, CO Avg. Salary $79,233 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Almont, CO Avg. Salary $79,656 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Amherst, CO Avg. Salary $72,795 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Anton, CO Avg. Salary $78,127 Date Updated February 26, 2024

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