Clinical Dietitian: Elevate Patient Nutrition & Care

Sweetwater Care; Clovis (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Clovis, CA seeks a clinical dietitian to provide medical nutrition therapy across inpatient and outpatient settings. You will assess nutritional needs, develop treatment plans, educate patients and families, and collaborate with doctors and dietetics staff to optimize care.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient-centered counseling, and participation in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nutritional status and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Understanding of and aptitude for applying all elements of the nutrition care procedure.
• Comprehensive understanding of and application of medical nutrition therapy and nutrition services.
• Skills in teamwork, problem-solving, and decision-making.
• Ability to communicate in writing and verbally with patients, staff, doctors.
• Capacity to work autonomously in designated patient care units.
• Capacity to advise and instruct others.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and nutrient analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in adopting lifestyle changes and educate on dietary recommendations.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Speak with doctors to determine best action for patients.
• Make meal arrangements for patients undergoing treatment.
• Create nutrition strategies addressing individual needs.
• Perform nutrition assessments and provide patient education.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and committees.
• Document patient nutrition status and adherence to plan.

Skills

Nutrition care procedure

Medical nutrition therapy

Teamwork

Communication

Autonomy

Problem-solving

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Nutrient analysis

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Clovis, CA seeks a clinical dietitian to provide medical nutrition therapy across inpatient and outpatient settings. You will assess nutritional needs, develop treatment plans, educate patients and families, and collaborate with doctors and dietetics staff to optimize care.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient-centered counseling, and participation in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nutritional status and outcomes.