Acute Care Dietitian - Nutrition Therapy

Tahoe Forest Health System; Truckee (CA); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Tahoe Forest Health System is seeking a registered dietitian nutritionist to lead nutrition care across acute hospital and long-term care settings, including outpatient services. The role covers diabetes management, cancer center nutrition, and care coordination, with emphasis on nutrition support and patient education.

The RD will participate in policy development, interdisciplinary rounds, and discharge planning while supporting community outreach programs.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field.
• 1–2 years relevant experience in nutrition care.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) with CDR certification.
• Nevada Dietician license within 3 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 3 months of hire.

Responsabilidades

• Consults with Physicians and health care team to determine nutritional needs and restrictions.
• Performs nutrition screening and assessments for in-patients, extended care residents, home health, hospice, and cancer center patients.
• Formulates menus for therapeutic diets based on medical conditions.
• Instructs patients and families in nutrition principles, plans, and food preparation.

Conocimientos

Nutrition assessment

Dietary planning

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics

Master's Degree preferred

Descripción del empleo

Tahoe Forest Health System is seeking a registered dietitian nutritionist to lead nutrition care across acute hospital and long-term care settings, including outpatient services. The role covers diabetes management, cancer center nutrition, and care coordination, with emphasis on nutrition support and patient education.

The RD will participate in policy development, interdisciplinary rounds, and discharge planning while supporting community outreach programs.