Clinical Dietitian: Advanced Patient Nutrition Care

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking an entry-level Clinical Dietitian to implement nutrition care through the Nutrition Care Process in both inpatient and outpatient settings. You will work within an interprofessional team to ensure patient safety, quality outcomes, and cost-effective interventions.

Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, providing education, and coordinating with social services, speech pathology, and nursing for timely referrals as indicated.

Qualifications

• Must have completed dietetics internship accredited by AND.
• Education program approved by credentialing body for required credentials.
• Licensed/registered dietitian (RD) with state licensure or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with interprofessional care team to implement nutrition care plans.
• Performs nutrition assessments and monitors progress per NCP.
• Educates patients and families on nutrition strategies and goals.
• References adjunctive services as needed and documents in EMR.

Skills

Interprofessional teamwork

NCP knowledge

Nutrition education

Communication

Evidence-based practice

Education

Graduate of education program approved by credentialing body

Completion of dietetic internship accredited by AND

Tools

EMR documentation

NFPA

Nutrition Care Process

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking an entry-level Clinical Dietitian to implement nutrition care through the Nutrition Care Process in both inpatient and outpatient settings. You will work within an interprofessional team to ensure patient safety, quality outcomes, and cost-effective interventions.

Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, providing education, and coordinating with social services, speech pathology, and nursing for timely referrals as indicated.