Clinical Dietitian-Clinical Nutrition-PRN

Huntsville Hospital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital seeks a nutrition care provider to deliver comprehensive nutrition services, develop patient care plans, and educate on nutrition management. Applicants should have a Bachelor's in Nutrition and be able to communicate effectively while demonstrating organizational skills. A Registered Dietitian certification is required within six months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition from an accredited college or university.
• Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration within 6 months.
• 1-2 years clinical experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical nutrition care to patients through assessment and education.
• Develops care plans and manages total nutritional care, particularly for Enteral Nutrition.
• Assess and diagnose patients for malnutrition.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition

Job description

Overview

Provides medical nutrition care to patients through nutrition assessment, diagnosis, intervention and education utilizing evidence based guidelines. Develops care plans with appropriate follow-up and reassessment of intervention.Manages the total nutritional care of patients receiving Enteral Nutrition.Assess and diagnose patients for malnutrition.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Nutrition from an accredited college or university

Licensure, Certification and or Registration:Alabama State Licensure.Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (must be obtained within 6 months of employment)

Experience:1-2 years clinical experience preferred but not required

Additional Skills/Abilities:Excellent communication skills. Good organizational skills with attention to detail necessary.