Clinical Dietitian (Acute Care) - Flexible Hours

Huntington Health; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Hospital in Pasadena, CA is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nutrition counseling, and development of therapeutic diets for inpatients. You will perform assessments, coordinate care with nursing, and participate in department improvement activities.

Requirements include current RD/RDN certification by the CDR; a CA license is needed; two years of acute hospital experience preferred; flexibility in shift may be required.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) certification required.
• Two years of acute hospital clinical experience preferred.
• Must meet CA licensure/credentialing requirements and maintain continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy to patients.
• Conduct nutritional and dietary assessments.
• Develop nutritional and dietary treatments including therapeutic diets.
• Collaborate with nursing and other departments to ensure timely nutrition care.
• Participate in department Performance Improvement and discharge planning activities.
• May require flexible hours.

Skills

Nutrition Assessment

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Nutrition Diagnosis

Nutrition Intervention

Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation

Pediatric Nutrition Experience

CCS Panelled

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Food, and Nutrition

Master's degree in Dietetics, Food, and Nutrition

CADE-accredited supervised practice

Job description

Huntington Hospital in Pasadena, CA is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nutrition counseling, and development of therapeutic diets for inpatients. You will perform assessments, coordinate care with nursing, and participate in department improvement activities.

Requirements include current RD/RDN certification by the CDR; a CA license is needed; two years of acute hospital experience preferred; flexibility in shift may be required.