Clinical Dietitian I — Nutrition Care & Outcomes

Sodexo; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo, working with PIH Health Whittier, seeks a registered dietitian nutritionist to support clinical nutrition within an acute care hospital setting. You will deliver patient-centered nutrition care and education, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and foodservice teams to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary teamwork, ongoing professional development, and participation in performance improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in applying the Nutrition Care Process to deliver evidence-based care.
• Effective communication and collaboration across interdisciplinary teams and diverse populations.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, ethical standards, and organizational policies.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nutrition care for patients and residents according to the Nutrition Care Process.
• Provide evidence-based nutrition counseling and training to patients, staff, students, and foodservice teams.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, high-quality care.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes and efficiency.
• Support training and potential research activities within clinical nutrition.

Skills

Nutrition Care Process

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Professional development

Education

Master’s degree in nutrition/dietetics

ACEND eligibility / Bachelor’s degree (pre-2024)

Tools

Clinical nutrition systems

Job description

Sodexo, working with PIH Health Whittier, seeks a registered dietitian nutritionist to support clinical nutrition within an acute care hospital setting. You will deliver patient-centered nutrition care and education, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and foodservice teams to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary teamwork, ongoing professional development, and participation in performance improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes.