Clinical Dietitian: Elevate Patient Nutrition in Acute Care

Nutritioncare; Whittier (CA); In loco; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Whittier Hospital Medical Center is seeking a compassionate Clinical Dietitian to join our Nutrition Services team. You will assess patients, develop care plans, and provide nutrition education in a fast-paced acute care setting.

The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other health professionals to optimize patient outcomes and ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards. RD credential with CDR is required, along with a dietetics internship and strong

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field.
• Dietetic internship in an approved institution.
• RD with CDR registration; eligible if passing within 6 months of hire.
• English proficiency required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of infection control and regulatory requirements.

Mansioni

• Assess nutritional status and identify patients at nutritional risk.
• Develop, implement, and monitor nutrition care plans.
• Complete nutrition assessments and clinical charting per hospital policies.
• Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in interdisciplinary patient care rounds and meetings.
• Review lab values and medications to support nutrition recommendations.
• Monitor progress and revise nutrition interventions as needed.
• Maintain compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, and hospital requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient satisfaction initiatives.
• Support food service operations and collaborate with kitchen staff.

Conoscenze

Clinical dietetics

Formazione

B.S. in Food Science/Nutrition/Dietetics

Dietetic internship

Registered Dietitian credential (CDR)

Descrizione del lavoro

Whittier Hospital Medical Center is seeking a compassionate Clinical Dietitian to join our Nutrition Services team. You will assess patients, develop care plans, and provide nutrition education in a fast-paced acute care setting.

The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other health professionals to optimize patient outcomes and ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards. RD credential with CDR is required, along with a dietetics internship and strong